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Ophthalmologist salary in United States (Updated 2026)
How much does an Ophthalmologist make in the United States?
Average base salary
$308,877
- Hour
- Day
- Week
- Month
- Year
Average $308,877
Low $198,745
High $480,037
The average salary for a ophthalmologist is $308,877 per year in the United States. 1.5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 11, 2026).
Highest paying companies for Ophthalmologist in United States
Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.Talent
$500,000per year
Eye Care for the Adirondacks
$500,000per year
All Star Healthcare Solutions
$486,500per year
The Medicus Firm
$482,442per year
Curative Talent
$463,357per year
Optum
$461,532per year
