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As of February 11, 2026, an Ophthalmologist in Baltimore, Maryland earns approximately $347,500 per year ($28,958 monthly). Based on an average 40-hour work week, this translates to about $167 per hour. Looking for broader data? See Ophthalmology salaries in Maryland or the national Ophthalmology overview.
From 2 verified physician salary submissions in Baltimore, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $300,000 to $395,000, with top performers earning up to $395,000 annually. Compared to the Maryland median of $347,500, Ophthalmologist salaries in Baltimore are in line with the state median.
In Baltimore, base salary accounts for 94% of total compensation—about $327,500—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives. The most common work environment is Private Practice (50% of physicians).
Local ophthalmologist physicians report 4.5/5 career satisfaction in Baltimore.
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Last updated: February 11, 2026
Distribution based on 2 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $347,500
Average satisfaction rating reported by Ophthalmology physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Ophthalmology physicians who would choose this specialty again.
Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.
On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.
Average Salary
$347,500
Median Salary
$347,500
Salary Range
$300,000 - $395,000
National Average
$347,500
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
2 local / 2 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital-employed | $395,000 | 1 submissions |
| Private Practice | $300,000 | 1 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.