Ophthalmologists (Except Pediatric) Salary in Kentucky
Ophthalmologists (Except Pediatric) in Kentucky earn a median of $101,940 a year, −66% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $101,940
- vs. U.S. median
- −66% ($300,080)
- Rank among states
- 34 of 34
- Jobs in the state
- 70
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,650; the top 10% earn over $451,590. Nationally the range is $100,180 to $489,710.
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Ophthalmologists (Except Pediatric) pay in Kentucky
How much do ophthalmologists (except pediatric) make in Kentucky?
The median is $101,940 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $33,650 and the top 10% earn over $451,590. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for ophthalmologists (except pediatric)?
On pay alone it ranks 34 of 34 (−66% vs. the national median of $300,080). Living costs are not included.