Dermatologist Salary

Highest Salaries By City for Dermatologist Jobs

Top Cities by Popularity for Dermatologist Jobs

Highest Salaries By City Top Cities by Popularity

Highest Salaries By City 1. New York, New York Top Cities by Popularity 1. New York, New York 2. Washington, District of Columbia 3. San Diego, California 4. Miami, Florida 5. Tampa, Florida

What is the Average Salary of a Dermatologist?

If you're surprised that the average salary of a dermatologist can be over $300,000, keep in mind that dermatologists spend many costly years preparing to enter the profession, including years in medical school and residency. Of course, once a dermatologist starts a practice, beginning salaries aren't too shabby. PayScale's salary data shows a median salary range of around $160,000 to $250,000 for those with less than one year of experience. To see how this compares to salaries for more experienced doctors, see the chart showing Dermatologist Salary by Years Experience. Where a dermatologist decides to practice could have an impact on salary potential. While the average salary of a dermatologist is relatively high in all states, comparing Dermatologist Salary by State shows that some areas may be more promising than others. If you want more detailed information for different locations, you can use the PayScale Cost of Living Calculator to find both Cost of Living and Dermatologist Salary data for numerous U.S. cities. For example, comparing Los Angeles with Miami shows that, while the average salary of a dermatologist is high in both cities, the cost of living (and especially the cost of housing) is much lower in Miami.

For a real-life look at what it's like to be a dermatologist, read the Dermatologist Salary Story over in the PayScale blogs section. You'll find an interview with a Beverly Hills dermatologist who has over 15 years of experience to share.