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How much does a Pathologist make in California? The average Pathologist salary in California is $338,800 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $288,100 and $403,300. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Pathologist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Pathologist Salary $241,940 CA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Pathologist Salary $288,100 CA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Pathologist Salary $338,800 CA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Pathologist Salary $403,300 CA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Pathologist Salary $462,024 CA March 26, 2024
25% $288,100 10% $241,940 90% $462,024 75% $403,300 $338,800 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Pathologist may perform autopsy to ascertain exact cause of death, and source or extent of disease and effects of treatment. Examines diseases using fluids, body tissue, secretions, etc. to ascertain cause, nature, and extent of disease and to determine effectiveness of treatment. Being a Pathologist may report to a medical director. Requires a degree in medicine from an accredited program and is licensed to practice. Pathologist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Pathologist


    JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent

  2. Up a level:

    Assistant Pathologist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $323,697 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $328,304 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $339,974 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $323,083 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $314,791 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $335,060 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $324,618 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $305,884 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alameda, CA Avg. Salary $374,678 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $373,756 Date Updated March 26, 2024

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