Optometrists Salary in North Central Tennessee

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • North Central Tennessee nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $156,580 +16.1% vs national
Median hourly $75.28
10th percentile $46,060
90th percentile $160,670
Employed locally 30
National median $134,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,060
    25th
    $121,180
    50th (median)
    $156,580
    75th
    $158,880
    90th
    $160,670

    Top-paying metros for Optometrists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    La Crosse-Onalaska, WI-MN $176,930
    Asheville, NC $167,980
    Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area $166,920
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $165,870
    Alaska $165,830
    Reno, NV $165,060

    Related occupations in North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,190
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $50,780
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,770
    Nurse Practitioners $102,350
    Pharmacists $127,660
    Physical Therapists $107,780

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Optometrists make per hour in North Central Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Optometrists in North Central Tennessee is $75.28, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $77.25 or more per hour.

    Is North Central Tennessee above or below average for Optometrists salaries?

    The median Optometrists salary in North Central Tennessee is 16.1% above the national median of $134,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Optometrists in North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Optometrists (10th percentile) earn around $46,060 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $121,180.