Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2025 (occupation group), with detailed role definition from O*NET, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
Long-term incentive is not shown for this role. Equity awards are only disclosed publicly for the named executive officers of public companies, so no market figure exists for most jobs. See executive pay disclosures.
Typical entry preparation: Post-Doctoral Training and 5 or more years of related work experience, per O*NET occupational data. Advancement typically requires additional years in role.
Diagnose or treat diseases or disorders of genitourinary organs and tracts including erectile dysfunction (ED), infertility, incontinence, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, urethral stones, or premature ejaculation.
Examine patients using equipment, such as radiograph (x-ray) machines or fluoroscopes, to determine the nature and extent of disorder or injury.
Order and interpret the results of diagnostic tests, such as prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening, to detect prostate cancer.
Document or review patients' histories.
Prescribe or administer antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infection or injury.
Top skills:Reading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingCritical ThinkingWritingActive ListeningSpeaking
Includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (CC BY 4.0).
Urologist pay by experience level
Entry level$71,500
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$106,500
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$275,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$392,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$468,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+2.5%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
9,600
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Urologist salary by industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
169,280 workers
$309,500
Offices of Physicians
150,920 workers
$314,500
Hospitals
111,040 workers
$226,500
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
107,730 workers
$225,500
Hospitals, Privately Owned
91,520 workers
$229,000
Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Schools and Hospitals and USPS
38,100 workers
$301,000
Federal Executive Branch (OEWS Designation)
36,140 workers
$304,000
Educational Services
16,430 workers
$123,000
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
16,320 workers
$123,000
Outpatient Care Centers
13,370 workers
$280,000
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Pay by experience level
How annual pay for this occupation spreads from newcomers to the highest paid, aged to 2026.
Entry10th percentile
$71,500
Early career25th percentile
$106,500
Median50th percentile
$275,000
Experienced75th percentile
$392,000
Top earners90th percentile
$468,000
Bands are the 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, and 90th percentile annual wages for this occupation nationally. Percentiles reflect the full mix of tenure, employer, and location, so they approximate but do not equal years of experience. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS national estimates.
Where this job pays most
Top-paying states for this occupation, average annual wage aged to 2026.
State averages for this occupation from the BLS OEWS state estimates. Cost of living differs by state; a higher wage does not always mean more buying power.
The abilities employers and analysts most associate with this occupation.
Reading ComprehensionJudgment and Decision MakingCritical ThinkingWritingActive ListeningSpeaking
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, O*NET occupational database.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
Diagnose or treat diseases or disorders of genitourinary organs and tracts including erectile dysfunction (ED), infertility, incontinence, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, urethral stones, or premature ejaculation.
Examine patients using equipment, such as radiograph (x-ray) machines or fluoroscopes, to determine the nature and extent of disorder or injury.
Order and interpret the results of diagnostic tests, such as prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening, to detect prostate cancer.
Document or review patients' histories.
Prescribe or administer antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infection or injury.
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Exempt · Professional, Administrative, or Executive exemption
Occupations in this SOC group are typically classified as Exempt when paid above the salary threshold, provided they satisfy the duties test for one of the FLSA exemption categories. Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
Pay outlook
Five-year pay outlook for this title
2026$271,000
2027$280,500
2028$290,500
2029$300,500
2030$311,000
2031$322,000
Projection assumes market wages keep rising about 3.5% a year, consistent with recent wage growth measured by the BLS Employment Cost Index. It reflects market movement for the title, not individual raises or promotions, which vary.
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The median market pay for a Urologist in the United States is about $271,000 per year in 2026, based on WePayFairly's market model.
What is the salary range for a Urologist?
Most Urologist pay falls between about $106,500 (25th percentile) and $392,000 (75th percentile), with top earners above $468,000.
What does a Urologist do?
Core responsibilities include: diagnose or treat diseases or disorders of genitourinary organs and tracts including erectile dysfunction (ED), infertility, incontinence, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, urethral stones, or premature ejaculation; and examine patients using equipment, such as radiograph (x-ray) machines or fluoroscopes, to determine the nature and extent of disorder or injury.
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Urologist make?
The average base salary for a Urologist in the United States is $271,000 per year, or about $130.29 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $106,500 and $392,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Healthcare Practitioners and Technical roles?
The Healthcare Practitioners and Technical job family averages $162,000 across 91 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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