Ophthalmologists

Ophthalmologists' salaries vary by the size of the hospital or health care facility where they work and the city or town where they practice. Other factors affecting salary include the ophthalmologist's practice, hours worked per week, and professional reputation. Ophthalmologists earned median annual salaries of $295,431 in May 2020, according to Salary.com. Salaries ranged from less than $248,333 to $337,947 or more. 

Benefits for full-time workers include vacation and sick time, health, and sometimes dental, insurance, and pension or 401(k) plans. Self-employed ophthalmologists must provide their own benefits.