How much do lupus rheumatologists make? The median lupus rheumatologist salary in 2026 is $365,000, with an average of $368,125. The typical range is $365,000–$370,000 (25th–75th percentile).
Source: SalaryDr verified data • 8 submissions • Updated Feb 2026
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Based on 8 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Lupus Rheumatologist ranges from $365,000 to $370,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $385,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Rheumatologist average.
Entry-level Lupus Rheumatologist positions start at $368,125, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $368,125 – a 0% increase.
Most commonly, Lupus Rheumatologist physicians work in Academic settings (100% of submissions). Base salary makes up 82% of total compensation ($302,500), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Lupus Rheumatologist physicians report 4.1/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
Focuses on specialized lupus procedures and treatments within rheumatology, providing expert care in this specific area.
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Distribution based on 8 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $365,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Lupus Rheumatologist physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Lupus Rheumatologist 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | $368,125 | 8 submissions |
* Small sample sizes may affect data reliability.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 6-10 years | $365,714 | 7 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $385,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.