How much do musculoskeletal radiologists make? The median musculoskeletal radiologist salary in 2026 is $590,000, with an average of $590,000. The typical range is $590,000–$590,000 (25th–75th percentile).
Source: SalaryDr verified data • 7 submissions • Updated Feb 2026
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Based on 7 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Musculoskeletal Radiologist ranges from $590,000 to $590,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $590,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Radiologist average.
Entry-level Musculoskeletal Radiologist positions start at $590,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $590,000 – a 0% increase.
Most commonly, Musculoskeletal Radiologist physicians work in Hospital Employed settings (71% of submissions). Base salary makes up 83% of total compensation ($490,000), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Musculoskeletal Radiologist physicians report 4.3/5 career satisfaction, with 86% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Focuses on specialized musculoskeletal procedures and treatments within radiology, providing expert care in this specific area.
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Distribution based on 7 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $590,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Musculoskeletal Radiologist physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Musculoskeletal Radiologist 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.
Explore musculoskeletal salary data for radiology across different states. Click on any state to view detailed compensation information for musculoskeletal in that location.
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Hospital-employed | $590,000 | 5 submissions |
| Private Practice | $590,000 | 2 submissions |
* Small sample sizes may affect data reliability.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 11-15 years | $590,000 | 7 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.