Source: SalaryDr Urology Residency Salary Data (2026). Median: $76,000/year. Sample: 25 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/residency-salary/urology
Urology Residency Salary (2026)
The median urology resident salary is $76,000 per year, based on 25 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After training, urology attendings earn a median of $715,000 — a 9.4x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Urology Resident Salary by PGY Year
How urology resident compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $70,330 | 12 |
| PGY-2 | $74,000 | 5 |
Urology: Resident vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from residency to attending is the largest increase in a physician’s career.
Urology Resident Salary by State
Top-paying states for urology residents based on approved salary reports.
| State | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $100,000 | 6 |
Urology Residency Training
Training Length
3–5 years
Salary Progression
Resident salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per PGY year. After completing training, attending urology physicians earn a median of $715,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Urology Residency Salary
How much do urology residents make in 2026?
Urology residents earn a median salary of $76,000 per year based on 25 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. The middle 80% report between $66,998 and $100,000, depending on PGY level and location.
How long is urology residency?
Urology residency training is 3–5 years. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per PGY level.
How much more do urology attendings make compared to residents?
Urology attending physicians earn a median of $715,000, which is 9.4x more than the median resident salary of $76,000. This gap represents the largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are urology residents satisfied with their specialty choice?
Urology residents rate their career satisfaction at 3.9/5.0 on average. 94% say they would choose urology again if given the choice. They work an average of 69 hours per week.
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