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As of December 28, 2025, an Ophthalmologist in Oakland, California earns approximately $455,700 per year ($37,975 monthly). Based on an average 32-hour work week, this translates to about $274 per hour. Looking for broader data? See Ophthalmology salaries in California or the national Ophthalmology overview.
From 1 verified physician salary submissions in Oakland, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $455,700 to $455,700, with top performers earning up to $455,700 annually. Compared to the California median of $680,000, Ophthalmologist salaries in Oakland are lower by $224,300 (33%).
In Oakland, base salary accounts for 100% of total compensation—about $455,700—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Local ophthalmologist physicians report 4.0/5 career satisfaction in Oakland.
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Last updated: December 28, 2025
Distribution based on 1 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $455,700
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
$455,700
Median Salary
$455,700
Salary Range
$455,700 - $455,700
National Average
$780,973
Difference
-42% vs National Average
Sample Size
1 local / 11 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | $455,700 | 1 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
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