Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric pay in the United States
In the U.S., the median pay for ophthalmologists, except pediatric is $144.27 an hour ($300,080 a year). About 8,950 people work in this job there.
Pay range for ophthalmologists, except pediatric in the U.S.
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $48.16 | $100,180 |
| 25% of workers | $83.49 | $173,650 |
| Half of workers (median) | $144.27 | $300,080 |
| 75% of workers | $202.66 | $421,530 |
| 90% of workers | $235.44 | $489,710 |
Best-paying states for ophthalmologists, except pediatric
| State | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island | $450,370 | 180 |
| New Hampshire | $404,330 | 50 |
| California | $400,150 | 820 |
| Florida | $399,440 | 580 |
| Iowa | $394,900 | 90 |
| Georgia | $382,920 | 120 |
| Minnesota | $372,200 | 180 |
| New York | $360,050 | 960 |
| Nevada | $345,600 | 0 |
| Maine | $337,850 | 90 |
Pay by state
- California · $400,150
- Florida · $399,440
- Illinois · $284,630
- New York · $360,050
Education, experience and outlook for ophthalmologists, except pediatric
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +4.5% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in the U.S.
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $265,930 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $50,290 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $256,560 |
| Optometrists | $136,570 |
| Cardiologists | $496,010 |
| Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric | $358,550 |
| Dermatologists | $328,730 |
| Neurologists | $248,560 |
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