Source: SalaryDr salary data for Pathology (N=55 approved reports). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
Pathology Salary Trends 2026
2026 (14 submissions)
vs $390,000 in 2025
Across 2 years of data
Pathology Compensation Trends Summary
Pathology salaries have increased 17.9% over the past 1 year, from a median of $390,000 in 2025 to $460,000 in 2026. This analysis is based on 55 approved physician salary reports on SalaryDr.
Yearly Salary Breakdown
| Year | Median Salary | Submissions | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $460,000 | 14 | +17.9% |
| 2025 | $390,000 | 41 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
How has pathologist salary changed over time?
Pathologist salaries have increased 17.9% over the past 1 year, moving from a median of $390,000 to $460,000, based on 55 approved salary reports on SalaryDr.
What is the current median pathology salary in 2026?
The median pathology salary is $460,000 as of the most recent data in 2026, based on 14 submissions for that year on SalaryDr.
Is pathology a growing field for compensation?
In the most recent year-over-year comparison, pathology median compensation grew by 17.9%.
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