How much do pediatric dermatologists make? The median pediatric dermatologist salary in 2026 is $560,000, with an average of $576,444. The typical range is $550,000–$630,000 (25th–75th percentile).
Source: SalaryDr verified data • 9 submissions • Updated Jan 2026
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Based on 9 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Pediatric Dermatologist ranges from $550,000 to $630,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $690,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Dermatologist average.
Entry-level Pediatric Dermatologist positions start at $506,667, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $611,333 – a 21% increase.
Most commonly, Pediatric Dermatologist physicians work in Hospital Employed settings (44% of submissions). Base salary makes up 84% of total compensation ($486,667), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Pediatric Dermatologist physicians report 4.6/5 career satisfaction, with 89% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Provides specialized surgical care for infants, children, and adolescents, addressing congenital conditions and childhood diseases.
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Distribution based on 9 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $560,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Pediatric Dermatologist physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Pediatric 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 | $660,000 | 3 submissions |
| Hospital-employed | $557,000 | 4 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 6-10 years | $506,667 | 3 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $621,600 | 5 submissions |
| 16+ years | $560,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.