Neurologist Salary
Neurologists earn a median $239,200+ a year nationally. Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
What neurologists do
Diagnose, manage, and treat disorders and diseases of the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves, with a primarily nonsurgical focus.
- Typical education
- Doctoral or professional degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Internship/residency
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +6.4% (faster than average)
- Openings per year
- 300
- Self-employed
- 4%
Employment of neurologists is projected to grow 6.4% from 2025 to 2035, faster than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 300 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Neurologist take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$50,843
- Social Security (6.2%)$11,439
- Medicare (1.45%)$4,041
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$182,237
Marginal rate: 32% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $83,370 | $40.08 | $67,481 |
| 25th percentile | $155,990 | $75.00 | $117,885 |
| Median (50th) | $248,560+ | $119.50 | $182,237 |
| 75th percentile | $357,990+ | $172.11 | $251,507 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $450,780+ | $216.72 | $309,640 |
Neurologist salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vermont | $239,200+ | — | $268,353 | $99,410 – $239,200+ | 40 |
| Arizona | $239,200+ | — | $273,816 | $78,270 – $239,200+ | 80 |
| Minnesota | $239,200+ | — | $235,951 | $80,410 – $239,200+ | 310 |
| Texas | $239,200+ | — | $253,168 | $99,490 – $239,200+ | 660 |
| California | $239,200+ | — | $217,316 | $104,320 – $239,200+ | 1,090 |
| Colorado | $239,200+ | — | $235,451 | $186,700 – $239,200+ | 120 |
| Alaska | $239,200+ | — | $249,484 | $71,990 – $239,200+ | 100 |
| South Carolina | $239,200+ | — | $228,177 | $168,200 – $239,200+ | 40 |
| Wisconsin | $239,200+ | — | $225,042 | $76,630 – $239,200+ | 130 |
| Kentucky | $239,200+ | — | $227,774 | $72,830 – $239,200+ | 230 |
| District of Columbia | $239,200+ | — | $209,479 | $91,700 – $239,200+ | 50 |
| Washington | $239,200+ | — | $232,180 | $93,440 – $239,200+ | 180 |
| North Carolina | $239,200+ | — | $218,703 | $91,930 – $239,200+ | 180 |
| Florida | $239,200+ | — | $229,430 | $81,040 – $239,200+ | 520 |
| Connecticut | $239,200+ | — | $210,291 | $66,800 – $239,200+ | 120 |
| Arkansas | $239,200+ | — | $214,194 | $223,310 – $239,200+ | 70 |
| Maryland | $239,200+ | — | $201,534 | $140,160 – $239,200+ | — |
| Nebraska | $239,200+ | — | $184,461 | $122,020 – $239,200+ | 80 |
| Kansas | $239,200+ | — | $163,544 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 60 |
| Maine | $239,200+ | — | $160,485 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 50 |
| Oregon | $239,200+ | — | $154,712 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | — |
| Pennsylvania | $239,200+ | — | $168,748 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 30 |
| Utah | $239,200+ | — | $166,294 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 100 |
| Illinois | $237,080 | — | $163,109 | $84,720 – $239,200+ | 240 |
| Tennessee | $229,670 | +0.6% | $169,835 | $76,500 – $239,200+ | 220 |
| New Jersey | $222,120 | +4.2% | $152,920 | $75,470 – $239,200+ | 140 |
| Indiana | $220,210 | — | $157,158 | $74,790 – $239,200+ | 360 |
| New York | $155,990 | −27.4% | $109,722 | $101,060 – $239,200+ | 2,810 |
| West Virginia | $63,500 | — | $51,076 | $63,500 – $239,200+ | 60 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Family Medicine Physician | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.3% |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.7% |
| Dermatologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +6.8% |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.2% |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.6% |
| Cardiologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.8% |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $236,590 | Master's degree | +9.7% |
| Physicians, All Other | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.4% |
| Dentists, All Other Specialists | $224,990 | Doctoral or professional degree | +1.3% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a neurologist make?
The national median salary for neurologists is at least $239,200 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $83,370 and the top 10% earn over $239,200+. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays neurologists the most?
Vermont has the highest median pay at $239,200+.
How many neurologists are there in the U.S.?
About 10,590 people work as neurologists nationwide.