Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric Salary (2025)
Based on 8,950 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $100,180 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $173,650 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $300,080 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $421,530 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $489,710 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$100K
25th
$174K
Median
$300K
75th
$422K
90th
$490K
Highest Paying States for Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Florida | $391,060 |
| Minnesota | $373,600 |
| Oregon | $357,880 |
| New York | $353,390 |
| Iowa | $352,380 |
| California | $347,690 |
| New Hampshire | $346,190 |
| Georgia | $342,700 |
| Ohio | $339,480 |
| Rhode Island | $336,620 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Florida at an average of $391,060 per year, while Rhode Island has an average of $336,620 — a difference of $54,440. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 8,950 workers were employed as Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatrics in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $304,650 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-1241