Physicians, Pathologists Hourly Pay

As of May 2025, the median hourly wage for physicians, pathologists in the United States was $150.19, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$44.49
25th$89.57
Median$150.19
75th$179.22
90th$216.33

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do physicians, pathologists make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $150.19; the mean hourly wage is $137.22.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for physicians, pathologists?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $44.49 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for physicians, pathologists?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $216.33 per hour.