How much do cosmetic dermatologists make? The median cosmetic dermatologist salary in 2026 is $700,000, with an average of $702,471. The typical range is $680,000–$730,000 (25th–75th percentile).
Source: SalaryDr verified data • 17 submissions • Updated Jan 2026
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Based on 17 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Cosmetic Dermatologist ranges from $680,000 to $730,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $1,000,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Dermatologist average.
Entry-level Cosmetic Dermatologist positions start at $718,400, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $695,833 – a -3% increase.
Most commonly, Cosmetic Dermatologist physicians work in Private Practice settings (94% of submissions). Base salary makes up 79% of total compensation ($556,294), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Cosmetic Dermatologist physicians report 4.9/5 career satisfaction, with 88% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Focuses on specialized cosmetic procedures and treatments within dermatology, providing expert care in this specific area.
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Distribution based on 17 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $700,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Cosmetic Dermatologist physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Cosmetic Dermatologist physicians who would choose this specialty again.
Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.
On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.
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| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | $724,188 | 16 submissions |
| Independent / Contract-Based | $355,000 | 1 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 6-10 years | $807,000 | 1 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $698,214 | 14 submissions |
| 16+ years | $680,000 | 2 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.