Source: SalaryDr salary data for Ophthalmology (N=100 approved reports). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
Ophthalmology Salary Trends 2026
2026 (14 submissions)
vs $677,500 in 2025
Across 2 years of data
Ophthalmology Compensation Trends Summary
Ophthalmology salaries have decreased 38.9% over the past 1 year, from a median of $677,500 in 2025 to $414,000 in 2026. This analysis is based on 100 approved physician salary reports on SalaryDr.
Yearly Salary Breakdown
| Year | Median Salary | Submissions | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $414,000 | 14 | -38.9% |
| 2025 | $677,500 | 86 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How has ophthalmologist salary changed over time?
Ophthalmologist salaries have decreased 38.9% over the past 1 year, moving from a median of $677,500 to $414,000, based on 100 approved salary reports on SalaryDr.
What is the current median ophthalmology salary in 2026?
The median ophthalmology salary is $414,000 as of the most recent data in 2026, based on 14 submissions for that year on SalaryDr.
Is ophthalmology a growing field for compensation?
In the most recent year-over-year comparison, ophthalmology median compensation declined by 38.9%.
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