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Dermatologist Salary in Boston, MA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Dermatologist in Boston, MA.

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Demand: +11%
$493,750
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $237.38/hr
📊 80% Range: $350,000 – $725,000
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $350,000
25th % Junior $421,875
50th % Median $493,750
75th % Senior $609,375
90th % Top 10% $725,000
Base Annual Salary $493,750
Target Annual Bonus $59,250
Annual Stock / Equity $108,625
Total Compensation (TC) $661,625
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in Boston, MA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Dermatologist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Dermatologist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$350,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Dermatologist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$493,750
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Dermatologist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$609,375
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$725,000

Dermatologist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$545,100

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$537,200

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$529,300

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$505,600

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$505,600

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$505,600

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$493,750

California

COL Index: 142%
$493,750

Role Profile & Career Requirements

Dermatologists diagnose skin cancers, perform Mohs micrographic surgery, and provide clinical treatments for severe dermatological conditions.

Required Education
M.D./D.O. + 4-Year Dermatology Residency + Board Certification
Experience Benchmark
8+ years post-undergrad
10-Year Projected Growth
+11%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Dermatologist make in Boston, MA?

The median annual salary for a Dermatologist in Boston, MA is $493,750, with entry-level professionals earning around $350,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $725,000.

What is the average hourly rate for a Dermatologist in Boston, MA?

On average, a Dermatologist in Boston, MA makes approximately $237.38 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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