Orthoptists Salary in Tennessee
Orthoptists in Tennessee earn a median of $90,750 a year, −21% compared with the U.S. median. Figures are for the broader BLS group “Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other”.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $90,750
- vs. U.S. median
- −21% ($115,210)
- Rank among states
- 31 of 43
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range in Tennessee
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,440; the top 10% earn over $175,760. Nationally the range is $65,210 to $195,190.
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Orthoptists pay in Tennessee
How much do orthoptists make in Tennessee?
The median is $90,750 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $72,440 and the top 10% earn over $175,760. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Tennessee a good state for orthoptists?
On pay alone it ranks 31 of 43 (−21% vs. the national median of $115,210). Living costs are not included.