How much do proton radiation oncologys make? The median proton radiation oncology salary in 2026 is $550,000, with an average of $568,333. The typical range is $530,000–$625,000 (25th–75th percentile).
Source: SalaryDr verified data • 3 submissions • Updated Feb 2026
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Based on 3 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Proton Radiation Oncology ranges from $530,000 to $625,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $625,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Radiation Oncology average.
Entry-level Proton Radiation Oncology positions start at $530,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $587,500 – a 11% increase.
Most commonly, Proton Radiation Oncology physicians work in Hospital Employed settings (67% of submissions). Base salary makes up 89% of total compensation ($508,333), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Proton Radiation Oncology physicians report 4.7/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Focuses on specialized proton procedures and treatments within radiation oncology, providing expert care in this specific area.
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Distribution based on 3 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $550,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Proton Radiation Oncology physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Proton Radiation 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.
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| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital-employed | $587,500 | 2 submissions |
| Academic | $530,000 | 1 submissions |
* Small sample sizes may affect data reliability.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 3-5 years | $530,000 | 1 submissions |
| 6-10 years | $550,000 | 1 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $625,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.