Ophthalmologists have the highest annual mean wage in offices of physicians, according to updated data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The agency released updated compensation data April 3 to reflect 2023 information, the most recent available.
Here are the five highest-paying industries for ophthalmologists, along with the average annual salary:
1. Outpatient care centers: $394,450
2. Offices of physicians: $323,360
3. General medical and surgical hospitals: $277,210
4. Offices of other health practitioners: $230,460
5. Colleges, universities and professional schools: $140,310