Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric salary in Illinois
What ophthalmologists, except pediatric earn in Illinois and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$284,630$136.84 per hour
vs U.S.−5%U.S. median $300,080
Middle half earn$159,410 – $334,330Top 10%: $421,300+
Jobs6201.77× the U.S. concentration
Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric pay in Illinois cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $284,630 | $136.84 | 510 |
Hospitals and jobs in Illinois
Ophthalmologist, Except Pediatric pay in similar states
Alabama · $305,200 Washington · $304,830 Pennsylvania · $304,290 Colorado · $288,050 Ohio · $271,270 Arkansas · $259,320
Other healthcare salaries in Illinois
Registered Nurses · $95,990 Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $38,060 Nursing Assistants · $45,960 Pharmacy Technicians · $46,650 Physicians, All Other · $132,540 Medical Assistants · $46,090 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $75,000 Dental Assistants · $48,610 Pharmacists · $139,080 Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians · $71,950 Physical Therapists · $105,250 Psychiatric Technicians · $46,200
Questions
How much does an ophthalmologist, except pediatric make in Illinois?
Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric in Illinois earned a median of $284,630 a year ($136.84 an hour) in May 2025, 5% less than the national median of $300,080. The middle half earned $159,410 to $334,330.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.