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Radiology Work-Life Balance: What Doctors Actually Say

Real insights from 1 verified Radiology physicians about their work-life balance, career satisfaction, and daily reality.

Verified Physician Data|Updated February 2026|SalaryDr Research Team
3.7/5
Avg Satisfaction
67%
Would Choose Again
3
Physician Responses
42
Avg Hours/Week

๐Ÿ“‹ Key Takeaways: Radiology Lifestyle at a Glance

  • โ€ขCareer Satisfaction: Radiology physicians report 3.7/5 average satisfaction, with 67% saying they would choose the specialty again.
  • โ€ขWork Hours: The average Radiology physician works 42 hours per week.
  • โ€ขExperience Level: Insights based on physicians with an average of 16 years of experience.
  • โ€ขData Source: Based on 3 verified, anonymous physician submissions to SalaryDr.
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๐Ÿ’šWhat Do Radiology Physicians Love About Their Job?

"work from the beach overseas, low cost of living "
โ€” Radiology Physician

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Quick Stats

Avg Satisfaction3.7/5
Would Choose Again67%
Avg Experience16 years
Avg Hours/Week42

Frequently Asked Questions About Radiology Lifestyle

Is Radiology a good work-life balance specialty?

Based on 3 verified physician responses, Radiology has a 3.7/5 average career satisfaction rating.67% of Radiology physicians say they would choose the specialty again if starting their career over. The average Radiology physician works 42 hours per week.

What do Radiology physicians love about their job?

Based on 1 responses, Radiology physicians report: โ€œwork from the beach overseas, low cost of living โ€

How many hours do Radiology physicians work per week?

Based on SalaryDr data, Radiology physicians work an average of 42 hours per week. This varies by practice settingโ€”academic and hospital-employed positions often require more hours than private practice.

What are the biggest challenges in Radiology?

Common challenges cited by Radiology physicians include administrative burden, call schedule demands, and work-life balance pressures, especially early in career.

Would Radiology physicians choose their specialty again?

67% of Radiology physicians surveyed say they would choose Radiologyagain if starting their career over. This data is based on 3 verified, anonymous physician responses collected by SalaryDr.

About This Data

This analysis is based on 3 verified, anonymous physician submissions to SalaryDr. All data comes from practicing Radiology physicians across the United States. Respondents have an average of 16 years of experience. Data is collected through our anonymous salary and lifestyle submission form, verified for accuracy, and updated continuously. Learn more about our methodology.

๐Ÿ“ŠHow Does Radiology Compare?

See how Radiology stacks up against other medical specialties.

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Satisfaction:3.7/5
Choose Again:67%
Hours:42
Comp:$1167K
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Satisfaction:4.8/5
Choose Again:92%
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Satisfaction:4.6/5
Choose Again:94%
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Satisfaction:4.4/5
Choose Again:100%
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