Dermatologists Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for dermatologists in the United States was $328,730 ($158.04 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $102,810 | $49.43 |
| 25th | $139,990 | $67.30 |
| Median | $328,730 | $158.04 |
| 75th | $452,450 | $217.52 |
| 90th | $578,560 | $278.15 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 29-1213
- Total U.S. employment: 11,370
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
The numbers in context
The mean wage of $323,530 sits 1.6% below the median — the typical worker earns close to the median, while a smaller group of higher earners pulls the average down.
For career planning: entry-level pay (10th percentile) is about $102,810, median pay is $328,730, and experienced pay (90th percentile) reaches $578,560.
Dermatologists Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $394,550 | $189.69 | +20.0% | 0 |
| Arizona | $233,270 | $112.15 | -29.0% | 0 |
| Arkansas | $422,060 | $202.91 | +28.4% | 40 |
| California | — | — | — | 740 |
| Colorado | $398,810 | $191.74 | +21.3% | 260 |
| Connecticut | $165,040 | $79.34 | -49.8% | 0 |
| Delaware | $442,120 | $212.56 | +34.5% | 40 |
| Hawaii | — | — | — | 80 |
| Idaho | $281,920 | $135.54 | -14.2% | 60 |
| Illinois | $435,750 | $209.49 | +32.6% | 0 |
| Indiana | $225,200 | $108.27 | -31.5% | 110 |
| Iowa | $424,970 | $204.31 | +29.3% | 0 |
| Kentucky | $195,830 | $94.15 | -40.4% | 0 |
| Maine | — | — | — | 0 |
| Maryland | $442,210 | $212.60 | +34.5% | 120 |
| Michigan | $414,910 | $199.48 | +26.2% | 0 |
| Minnesota | $625,790 | $300.86 | +90.4% | 260 |
| Mississippi | — | — | — | 70 |
| Nebraska | $359,580 | $172.88 | +9.4% | 0 |
| Nevada | $419,410 | $201.64 | +27.6% | 0 |
| New Hampshire | $516,230 | $248.19 | +57.0% | 50 |
| New Jersey | — | — | — | 350 |
| New York | $374,010 | $179.81 | +13.8% | 2,070 |
| North Carolina | $367,350 | $176.61 | +11.7% | 800 |
| Ohio | $373,640 | $179.64 | +13.7% | 0 |
| Oregon | — | — | — | 160 |
| Pennsylvania | — | — | — | 0 |
| South Carolina | $259,990 | $124.99 | -20.9% | 180 |
| Tennessee | $433,630 | $208.48 | +31.9% | 100 |
| Texas | $218,670 | $105.13 | -33.5% | 780 |
| Utah | — | — | — | 50 |
| Virginia | $280,060 | $134.65 | -14.8% | 0 |
| Washington | $526,170 | $252.97 | +60.1% | 170 |
| Wisconsin | $440,710 | $211.88 | +34.1% | 160 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for dermatologists?
The median annual wage for dermatologists is $328,730 ($158.04 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays dermatologists the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many dermatologists are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 11,370 dermatologists employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do dermatologists make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $158.04. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.