How much does an ophthalmologist make in Rhode Island?
$450,400a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmologists in Rhode Island. That is $216.52 an hour or $37,530 a month.
- Hourly
- $216.52
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 180
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $122,700Median: $450,400Highest 10%: $459,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $122,700 | $58.97 | |
| 25th | $176,500 | $84.88 | |
| Median | $450,400 | $216.52 | |
| 75th | $450,400 | $216.52 | |
| 90th | $459,100 | $220.71 |
Cities in Rhode Island
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Providence, RI | $399,000 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmologists.
| 1. Rhode Island | $450,400 |
| 2. New Hampshire | $404,300 |
| 3. California | $400,200 |
| 4. Florida | $399,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmologist make an hour in Rhode Island?
The median hourly pay in Rhode Island is $216.52 ($450,400 a year).
Do ophthalmologists make more in Rhode Island than the national average?
Yes: $450,400 against $300,100 nationally, 50% more.
Where does Rhode Island rank for ophthalmologist pay?
Rhode Island ranks 1 of 34 states.
Which city in Rhode Island 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.