Source: SalaryDr Ophthalmology Residency Salary Data (2026). Median: $71,657/year. Sample: 18 verified submissions. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/residency-salary/ophthalmology
Ophthalmology Residency Salary (2026)
The median ophthalmology resident salary is $71,657 per year, based on 18 verified submissions on SalaryDr. After training, ophthalmology attendings earn a median of $415,000 — a 5.8x increase.
Source: SalaryDr verified data • Updated Aug 2026
Ophthalmology Resident Salary by PGY Year
How ophthalmology resident compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $71,657 | 11 |
| PGY-2 | $75,000 | 2 |
| PGY-3 | $60,000 | 4 |
| PGY-8 | $70,000 | 1 |
Ophthalmology Residency Stipends & Benefits
Median annual stipends reported by ophthalmology residents, in addition to base salary.
Ophthalmology: Resident vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from residency to attending is the largest increase in a physician’s career.
Ophthalmology Resident Salary by State
Top-paying states for ophthalmology residents based on verified submissions.
| State | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | $75,000 | 3 |
| Texas | $71,657 | 3 |
Ophthalmology Residency Training
Training Length
3–5 years
Salary Progression
Resident salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per PGY year. After completing training, attending ophthalmology physicians earn a median of $415,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Ophthalmology Residency Salary
How much do ophthalmology residents make in 2026?
Ophthalmology residents earn a median salary of $71,657 per year based on 18 verified submissions on SalaryDr. Salaries range from $50,000 to $80,000 depending on PGY level and location.
How long is ophthalmology residency?
Ophthalmology residency training is 3–5 years. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per PGY level.
How much more do ophthalmology attendings make compared to residents?
Ophthalmology attending physicians earn a median of $415,000, which is 5.8x more than the median resident salary of $71,657. This gap represents the largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are ophthalmology residents satisfied with their specialty choice?
Ophthalmology residents rate their career satisfaction at 3.7/5.0 on average. 100% say they would choose ophthalmology again if given the choice. They work an average of 58 hours per week.
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