Cornea Ophthalmologist Salary Report

As of June 22, 2025, a Cornea Ophthalmologist earns approximately $696,000 per year ($58,000 monthly). Based on an average 44-hour work week, this translates to about $272 per hour.

Salary Range and Market Analysis

Based on 12 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Cornea Ophthalmologist ranges from $520,000 to $705,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $850,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is above the general Ophthalmologist average.

Career Growth and Subspecialty Trends

Entry-level Cornea Ophthalmologist positions start at $547,167, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $697,667 – a 28% increase.

Practice Settings and Employers

Base salary makes up 86% of total compensation ($536,417), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.

Work-Life Balance

Cornea Ophthalmologist physicians report 4.7/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.

About Cornea Ophthalmologist

Focuses on specialized cornea procedures and treatments within ophthalmology, providing expert care in this specific area.