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Dermatologist Salary in San Jose, CA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Dermatologist in San Jose, CA.

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Demand: +11%
$537,200
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $258.26/hr
📊 80% Range: $380,800 – $788,800
📍 Regional Multiplier: +36% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $380,800
25th % Junior $459,000
50th % Median $537,200
75th % Senior $663,000
90th % Top 10% $788,800
Base Annual Salary $537,200
Target Annual Bonus $64,464
Annual Stock / Equity $118,184
Total Compensation (TC) $719,848
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in San Jose, CA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Dermatologist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Dermatologist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$380,800
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Dermatologist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$537,200
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Dermatologist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$663,000
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$788,800

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 San Jose, CA?

The median annual salary for a Dermatologist in San Jose, CA is $537,200, with entry-level professionals earning around $380,800 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $788,800.

What is the average hourly rate for a Dermatologist in San Jose, CA?

On average, a Dermatologist in San Jose, CA makes approximately $258.26 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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