How much does an ophthalmologist make in Texas?
$323,000a year
Median yearly pay for ophthalmologists in Texas. That is $155.29 an hour or $26,920 a month.
- Hourly
- $155.29
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among states
- 13 of 34
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $90,370Median: $323,000Highest 10%: $487,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $90,370 | $43.45 | |
| 25th | $194,100 | $93.30 | |
| Median | $323,000 | $155.29 | |
| 75th | $407,300 | $195.82 | |
| 90th | $487,900 | $234.56 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Dallas, TX | $360,000 |
| Houston, TX | $320,500 |
| San Antonio, TX | $255,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for ophthalmologists.
| 10. Maine | $337,900 |
| 11. Oregon | $334,500 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $325,200 |
| 13. Texas | $323,000 |
| 14. Alabama | $305,200 |
| 15. Washington | $304,800 |
| 16. Pennsylvania | $304,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an ophthalmologist make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $155.29 ($323,000 a year).
Do ophthalmologists make more in Texas than the national average?
Yes: $323,000 against $300,100 nationally, 8% more.
Where does Texas rank for ophthalmologist pay?
Texas ranks 13 of 34 states.
Which city in Texas pays ophthalmologists the most?
Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX, with a median of $360,000 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.