Source: SalaryDr Neurology Residency Salary Data (2026). Median: $73,000/year. Sample: 33 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/residency-salary/neurology
Neurology Residency Salary (2026)
The median neurology resident salary is $73,000 per year, based on 33 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After training, neurology attendings earn a median of $380,000 — a 5.2x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Neurology Resident Salary by PGY Year
How neurology resident compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $70,801 | 12 |
| PGY-2 | $72,550 | 8 |
| PGY-3 | $74,500 | 6 |
| PGY-4 | $79,250 | 6 |
Neurology Residency Stipends & Benefits
Median annual stipends reported by neurology residents, in addition to base salary.
Neurology: Resident vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from residency to attending is the largest increase in a physician’s career.
Neurology Resident Salary by State
Top-paying states for neurology residents based on approved salary reports.
| State | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $72,000 | 6 |
| Florida | $69,000 | 6 |
Neurology Residency Training
Training Length
4 years
Salary Progression
Resident salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per PGY year. After completing training, attending neurology physicians earn a median of $380,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Neurology Residency Salary
How much do neurology residents make in 2026?
Neurology residents earn a median salary of $73,000 per year based on 33 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. The middle 80% report between $62,600 and $90,665, depending on PGY level and location.
How long is neurology residency?
Neurology residency training is 4 years. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per PGY level.
How much more do neurology attendings make compared to residents?
Neurology attending physicians earn a median of $380,000, which is 5.2x more than the median resident salary of $73,000. This gap represents the largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are neurology residents satisfied with their specialty choice?
Neurology residents rate their career satisfaction at 3.5/5.0 on average. 89% say they would choose neurology again if given the choice. They work an average of 59 hours per week.
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