Optometrist Salary in Tennessee
Based on 590+ workers in Tennessee
Data year: 2024 · Last updated: May 2026
Median Annual Salary (TN)
$110,660
$53.202/hr
vs National Average
$131,624
-15.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$56K – $175K
590 employed in Tennessee
Salary Distribution — Optometrist in Tennessee
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $55,510 |
| 25th percentile | $89,630 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $110,660 |
| 75th percentile | $148,920 |
| 90th percentile | $174,710 |
Historical Salary Trend — Optometrist in Tennessee vs National
| Year | Median Salary (United States) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $98,330 |
| 2023 | $107,510 |
| 2024 | $110,660 |
| Year | Tennessee Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $98,330 | $121,162 |
| 2023 | $107,510 | $129,589 |
| 2024 | $110,660 | $131,624 |