How much does an ophthalmologist make in Kentucky?
$101,900a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmologists in Kentucky. That is $49.01 an hour or $8,495 a month.
- Hourly
- $49.01
- Vs. national median
- -66%
- Rank among states
- 34 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $33,650Median: $101,900Highest 10%: $451,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $33,650 | $16.18 | |
| 25th | $65,240 | $31.37 | |
| Median | $101,900 | $49.01 | |
| 75th | $355,500 | $170.93 | |
| 90th | $451,600 | $217.11 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Lexington, KY | $182,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmologists.
| 31. Virginia | $177,400 |
| 32. Indiana | $168,600 |
| 33. Louisiana | $155,300 |
| 34. Kentucky | $101,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmologist make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $49.01 ($101,900 a year).
Do ophthalmologists make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $101,900 against $300,100 nationally, 66% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for ophthalmologist pay?
Kentucky ranks 34 of 34 states.
Which city in Kentucky pays ophthalmologists the most?
Lexington-Fayette, KY, with a median of $182,500 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.