Source: SalaryDr salary data for Nephrology (N=34 approved reports). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
Nephrology Salary Trends 2026
2026 (5 submissions)
vs $400,000 in 2025
Across 2 years of data
Nephrology Compensation Trends Summary
Nephrology salaries have decreased 7.5% over the past 1 year, from a median of $400,000 in 2025 to $370,000 in 2026. This analysis is based on 34 approved physician salary reports on SalaryDr.
Yearly Salary Breakdown
| Year | Median Salary | Submissions | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $370,000 | 5 | -7.5% |
| 2025 | $400,000 | 29 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How has nephrology physician salary changed over time?
Nephrology Physician salaries have decreased 7.5% over the past 1 year, moving from a median of $400,000 to $370,000, based on 34 approved salary reports on SalaryDr.
What is the current median nephrology salary in 2026?
The median nephrology salary is $370,000 as of the most recent data in 2026, based on 5 submissions for that year on SalaryDr.
Is nephrology a growing field for compensation?
In the most recent year-over-year comparison, nephrology median compensation declined by 7.5%.
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