According to SalaryDr data from 14 verified hematology oncology physicians in California, the median total compensation for Hematology Oncology in 2026 is $520,000. The 25th percentile is $480,000 and the 75th percentile is $650,000. Base salary: $500,137. Bonuses: $90,929 (15% receive). Satisfaction: 4.3/5. Workload: ~48 hrs/week. Source: https://www.salarydr.com/specialty/hematology-oncology/california Sample size: 14. Last updated: April 29, 2026.
As of April 29, 2026, a Hematologist/Oncologist in California earns approximately $520,000 per year ($43,333 monthly). Based on an average 48-hour work week, this translates to about $238 per hour. Looking for a broader view? See the Hematologist/Oncologist salary overview or compare nearby states below.
From 14 verified physician salary submissions in California, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $480,000 to $650,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $1,379,916 annually. Compared to the national median of $520,000, Hematologist/Oncologist salaries in California are in line with the national median.
In California, the salary progression for hematologist/oncologist physicians shows significant growth potential. Entry-level positions start at $610,702, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $571,429 - a -6% increase.
In California, the most common work environment is Hospital Employed (50% of physicians). On average, base salary accounts for 85% of total compensation—about $500,137—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
California offers unique advantages for hematologist/oncologist physicians, including high demand in major metropolitan areas and competitive compensation packages. The cost of living in California is higher than the national average but offset by higher salaries.
Local hematologist/oncologist physicians report 4.3/5 career satisfaction, with 100% of those surveyed saying they would choose this specialty again.
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Last updated: April 29, 2026
Distribution based on 14 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $520,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Hematology Oncology physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Hematology Oncology 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.
Average Salary
$591,065
Median Salary
$520,000
Salary Range
$480,000 - $650,000
National Average
$591,065
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
14 local / 14 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital-employed | $543,571 | 7 submissions |
| Private Practice | $540,000 | 3 submissions |
| Academic | $490,000 | 3 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | $1,379,916 | 1 submissions |
| 3-5 years | $465,000 | 1 submissions |
| 6-10 years | $531,250 | 8 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $493,333 | 3 submissions |
| 16+ years | $700,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.