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Source: SalaryDr salary data for Radiation Oncology in California (Private Practice) (N=3 verified submissions, updated February 11, 2026, data as of 2026-02-11). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Last updated: February 11, 2026 | Based on 3 verified submissions

Radiation Oncology Salary in California - Private Practice

Real compensation data for radiation oncologys working in private practice settings in California.

$600,000
Median Salary
$614,667
Average
3
Responses
48
Hours/Week

Median

$600,000

Average

$614,667

25th

$600,000

75th

$644,000

Based on 3 physician salaries

Salary Distribution

$600,000 – $644,000
25th/Median
$600,000
75th
$644,000
Avg
Middle 50% earn
$600,000 – $644,000
Median salary
$600,000
Average salary
$614,667

Salary Range

Minimum$600,000
Maximum$644,000

Percentiles

25th$600,000
75th$644,000

Breakdown

Monthly$50,000
Hourly$288

How This Compares

vs. All Radiation Oncology in CaliforniaView →
This setting: $600,000
All settings: $615,000(-2%)
vs. All Private Practice nationwideView →
California: $600,000
National: $600,000(0%)
vs. All Radiation Oncology nationwideView →
Private Practice in California: $600,000
All Radiation Oncology: $595,000(1%)

Salary Range

25th Percentile:$600,000
75th Percentile:$644,000
Range:$600,000 - $644,000
Hourly Rate:$245/hr

Call Schedule Insights

Based on 2 responses, Private Practice Radiation Oncology physicians in California report the following call schedule patterns:

Average work week: 48 hours

Radiation Oncology Salaries by City in California

Explore city-level salary data for Radiation Oncology physicians in California. Note: City pages show all practice settings combined.

Los Angeles1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Radiation Oncology salary for Private Practice in California?

The average Radiation Oncology salary for Private Practice settings in California is $614,667, with a median of $600,000. This is based on 3 verified submissions.

How does Private Practice compensation compare to other practice settings in California?

Private Practice physicians in California earn a median of $600,000, compared to $615,000 for all Radiation Oncology physicians in California. This represents a -2% lower salary than the state average.

What factors influence salary in Private Practice settings?

Key factors include years of experience (15 years average in this data), geographic location within California, subspecialty training, and individual productivity metrics. Private Practice settings often reward productivity and practice ownership.

How does Private Practice salary in California compare to the national average?

Private Practice Radiation Oncology physicians in California earn a median of $600,000, compared to $600,000 nationally for Private Practice settings. This is 0% below the national average for Private Practice settings.

What are the typical work hours for Radiation Oncology physicians in Private Practice settings?

Private Practice Radiation Oncology physicians in California work an average of 48 hours per week. Private practice hours can vary significantly based on practice ownership and patient volume.

What are the benefits of working in Private Practice settings?

Private Practice settings offer Higher earning potential, Practice ownership, Clinical autonomy. However, physicians should also consider challenges such as Business responsibilities and Financial risk.

How many Radiation Oncology physicians work in Private Practice settings in California?

Based on our database, we have 3 verified submissions from Radiation Oncology physicians in Private Practice settings in California. This represents approximately 50% of all Radiation Oncology submissions from California.

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Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$614,667

Median Salary

$600,000

Salary Range

$600,000 - $644,000

National Comparison

National Average

$677,400

Difference

-9% vs National Average

Sample Size

3 local / 10 national reports

Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 3 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $600,000

Physician Satisfaction in Radiation Oncology

Satisfaction Rating

4.7/5

Average satisfaction rating reported by Radiation Oncology physicians (1-5 scale).

Would Choose Again

100%

Percentage of Radiation Oncology physicians who would choose this specialty again.

Career Satisfaction

Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.

Primary Challenges

On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.

Take-Home Pay Calculator

Total Salary
$600,000
Federal Income Tax
-$180,374
State Income Tax
-$79,800
FICA Tax
-$22,753
Take-Home Pay
$317,073
Monthly
$26,423
Taxes (47.2%)
Take-Home (52.8%)
Based on single filing status in California. Results may vary.

Salary by Experience Level

6-10 years
Average Salary
$600,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
11-15 years
Average Salary
$600,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
16+ years
Average Salary
$644,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
6-10 years$600,0001 submissions
11-15 years$600,0001 submissions
16+ years$644,0001 submissions

* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.