Thoracic Oncologist Salary Report

As of September 21, 2025, a Thoracic Oncologist earns approximately $530,000 per year ($44,167 monthly). Based on an average 50-hour work week, this translates to about $198 per hour.

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Salary Range and Market Analysis

Based on 4 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Thoracic Oncologist ranges from $520,000 to $535,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $535,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is above the general Oncologist average.

Career Growth and Subspecialty Trends

Entry-level Thoracic Oncologist positions start at $495,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $532,500 – a 8% increase.

Practice Settings and Employers

Base salary makes up 87% of total compensation ($445,000), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.

Work-Life Balance

Thoracic Oncologist physicians report 4.5/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.

About Thoracic Oncologist

Focuses on surgery of the chest, including lungs, esophagus, and mediastinum, often using minimally invasive techniques.