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Gastroenterologist Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Gastroenterologist in California.

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Demand: +36% (Very High Growth)
$612,500
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $294.48/hr
📊 80% Range: $425,000 – $887,500
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $425,000
25th % Junior $518,750
50th % Median $612,500
75th % Senior $750,000
90th % Top 10% $887,500
Base Annual Salary $612,500
Target Annual Bonus $73,500
Annual Stock / Equity $134,750
Total Compensation (TC) $820,750
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Verified Gastroenterologist Openings in California

Top employers actively hiring near or above the $612,500/yr median benchmark.

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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Gastroenterologist

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Gastroenterologist

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$425,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Gastroenterologist

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$612,500
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Gastroenterologist

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$750,000
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$887,500

Gastroenterologist Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$676,200

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$666,400

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$656,600

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$627,200

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$627,200

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$627,200

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$612,500

California

COL Index: 142%
$612,500

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Gastroenterologist provides high-value specialization, system design, and verified technical leadership in their designated domain. Fast career velocity and competitive salary ranges.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Clinical Doctoral Degree
Experience Benchmark
2-5+ years
10-Year Projected Growth
+36% (Very High Growth)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Gastroenterologist make in California?

The median annual salary for a Gastroenterologist in California is $612,500, with entry-level professionals earning around $425,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $887,500.

What is the average hourly rate for a Gastroenterologist in California?

On average, a Gastroenterologist in California makes approximately $294.48 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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