According to SalaryDr data from 2 verified rheumatology physicians in New York, the median total compensation for Rheumatology in 2026 is $280,000. The 25th percentile is $240,000 and the 75th percentile is $320,000. Base salary: $250,000. Bonuses: $30,000 (11% receive). Satisfaction: 3.5/5. Workload: ~38 hrs/week. Source: https://www.salarydr.com/specialty/rheumatology/new-york Sample size: 2. Last updated: March 29, 2026.
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As of March 29, 2026, a Rheumatologist in New York earns approximately $280,000 per year ($23,333 monthly). Based on an average 38-hour work week, this translates to about $144 per hour. Looking for a broader view? See the Rheumatologist salary overview or compare nearby states below.
From 2 verified physician salary submissions in New York, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $240,000 to $320,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $320,000 annually. Compared to the national median of $280,000, Rheumatologist salaries in New York are in line with the national median.
In New York, the salary progression for rheumatologist physicians shows significant growth potential. Entry-level positions start at $240,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $320,000 - a 33% increase.
In New York, the most common work environment is Academic (100% of physicians). On average, base salary accounts for 89% of total compensation—about $250,000—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
New York offers unique advantages for rheumatologist physicians, including diverse practice opportunities and strong academic medical centers. The cost of living in New York varies significantly between urban and rural areas.
Local rheumatologist physicians report 3.5/5 career satisfaction, with 100% of those surveyed saying they would choose this specialty again.
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Last updated: March 29, 2026
Distribution based on 2 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $280,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Rheumatology physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Rheumatology 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.
Average Salary
$280,000
Median Salary
$280,000
Salary Range
$240,000 - $320,000
National Average
$280,000
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
2 local / 2 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Academic | $280,000 | 2 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 3-5 years | $240,000 | 1 submissions |
| 6-10 years | $320,000 | 1 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
See how Rheumatology salaries in New York compare to neighboring states.
| Subspecialty | Average Salary | Sample Size | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lupus | $368,125 | 8 submissions | Focuses on specialized lupus procedures and treatments within rheumatology, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Research | $356,818 | 11 submissions | Focuses on specialized research procedures and treatments within rheumatology, providing expert care in this specific area. |
* Subspecialties with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
* Data is aggregated from verified physician submissions.