How much does an ophthalmologist make in Massachusetts?
$325,200a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmologists in Massachusetts. That is $156.35 an hour or $27,100 a month.
- Hourly
- $156.35
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 450
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $115,200Median: $325,200Highest 10%: $420,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $115,200 | $55.40 | |
| 25th | $226,800 | $109.03 | |
| Median | $325,200 | $156.35 | |
| 75th | $346,900 | $166.78 | |
| 90th | $420,500 | $202.15 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $399,000 |
| Worcester, MA | $387,800 |
| Boston, MA | $325,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmologists.
| 9. Nevada | $345,600 |
| 10. Maine | $337,900 |
| 11. Oregon | $334,500 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $325,200 |
| 13. Texas | $323,000 |
| 14. Alabama | $305,200 |
| 15. Washington | $304,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmologist make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $156.35 ($325,200 a year).
Do ophthalmologists make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $325,200 against $300,100 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for ophthalmologist pay?
Massachusetts ranks 12 of 34 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays ophthalmologists the most?
Providence-Warwick, RI-MA, with a median of $399,000 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.