Radiologist salaries vary significantly by country, experience, employment type, and location.
United States
- The average annual salary for a radiologist is around $470,490, with typical ranges between $409,090 and $544,290
- Salaries in employed, non-academic positions usually range from $400,000 to $550,000, while partners in private practice can earn between $600,000 and $900,000
- Permanent radiologists typically earn between $450,000 and $550,000 annually, whereas locum tenens (temporary) radiologists may earn $500,000 to $650,000 per year
- Average radiologist income by state varies, for example, New York averages about $409,782 annually, while Arkansas is around $143,079
Germany
- Average radiologist salary is approximately €107,000 to €117,380 per year, with a range from about €80,000 to €140,000 depending on experience and position
- Entry-level radiologists earn around €60,000, specialists about €84,000 to €96,000, senior physicians €134,000, and chief physicians up to €360,000 annually
- Radiologists owning their own practice can earn significantly more, with net incomes averaging around €1,103,000 per year after expenses
United Kingdom
- Junior radiologists earn between £40,000 and £50,000 annually.
- Consultant radiologists typically earn between £80,000 and £120,000 per year, with private sector radiologists potentially earning more
Other countries
- Radiologists in Australia and Canada earn roughly AUD $150,000 to $400,000 and CAD $200,000 to $450,000 respectively
Summary
Radiologists are among the higher-paid medical specialists worldwide, with salaries influenced by experience, subspecialty, location, and whether they are employed or self-employed. In the U.S., salaries commonly range from $400,000 to over $600,000, while in Germany, annual salaries range from €80,000 to over €1 million for practice owners. The UK offers somewhat lower salaries but still competitive within the medical field. This reflects the high demand and specialized skills required in radiology, as well as variations in healthcare systems and economic conditions across countries.
