What are the main factors that influence a Physician - Nephrology's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Physician - Nephrology?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Physician - Nephrology roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Physician - Nephrology's salary?

A Physician - Nephrology's salary grows with experience: starting around $274,220 for beginners, reaching about $276,741 at mid-level, and approach $283,178 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Physician - Nephrology?

Physician - Nephrology salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician - Nephrology roles are District of Columbia $307,250, California $306,085, Massachusetts $302,005. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician - Nephrology roles make?

Salaries for Physician - Nephrology level roles vary by specialization: Physician - Gastroenterology: $436,095; Physician/Doctor, Nephrologist: $277,510; Director of Nephrology and Renal Prevention: $275,964; Nephrology Physician Assistant: $274,233; Physician - Endocrinology: $269,493.

Physician - Nephrology Salary in Delaware

How much does a Physician - Nephrology make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician - Nephrology in Delaware is $281,026 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $135.

However, a Physician - Nephrology's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $336,107
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $264,135 to $309,858
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $248,757

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Physician - Nephrology Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$309,858	$25,821	$5,959	$149
Average	$281,026	$23,419	$5,404	$135
25th Percentile	$264,135	$22,011	$5,080	$127

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Key Factors That Influence Physician - Nephrology Salaries

A Physician - Nephrology's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Physician - Nephrology Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physician - Nephrology's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $274,220
Early Career (1-2 years): $275,480
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $276,741
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $278,505
Expert (over 8 years): $283,178

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Physician - Nephrology	$274,220
Intermediate Level Physician - Nephrology	$275,480
Senior Level Physician - Nephrology	$276,741
Specialist Level Physician - Nephrology	$278,505
Expert Level Physician - Nephrology	$283,178

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How Do Physician - Nephrology Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Physician - Nephrologies. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $307,250.
California: $306,085.
Massachusetts: $302,005.

District of Columbia $307,250 California $306,085 Massachusetts $302,005 Washington $300,895 New Jersey $300,784 Alaska $300,396 Connecticut $296,566 New York $295,012

Hawaii $290,045 Rhode Island $287,714 Maryland $286,132 Minnesota $283,968 Colorado $283,135 Illinois $282,858 Oregon $281,803 Delaware $281,026

New Hampshire $280,538 Virginia $279,445 Pennsylvania $276,253 Nevada $274,644 North Dakota $274,116 Michigan $273,284 Wisconsin $272,979 Vermont $272,368

Texas $270,675 Maine $270,564 Arizona $270,398 Ohio $270,204 Georgia $267,651 Indiana $266,374 Wyoming $266,124 Utah $265,736

Iowa $265,569 Kansas $264,237 Louisiana $263,849 North Carolina $263,710 Missouri $263,655 Florida $262,572 Montana $261,990 Nebraska $261,435

Kentucky $261,129 South Carolina $260,019 Tennessee $259,326 Idaho $259,048 New Mexico $257,022 Oklahoma $256,578 Alabama $254,941 South Dakota $252,194

Arkansas $250,695 West Virginia $249,891 Mississippi $247,476

Top Paying Cities for Physician - Nephrologies

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $279,761
Little Creek: $281,809
Magnolia: $281,404

Lincoln, DE $279,761 Little Creek, DE $281,809 Magnolia, DE $281,404 Milford, DE $280,471 Marydel, DE $280,932 Millsboro, DE $278,587 Millville, DE $279,017 Milton, DE $279,500

Nassau, DE $279,703 Ocean View, DE $278,970 Rehoboth Beach, DE $279,506 Seaford, DE $279,664 Selbyville, DE $278,507 Smyrna, DE $282,003 Viola, DE $280,704 Woodside, DE $281,459

Bear, DE $280,810 Newark, DE $280,704 Claymont, DE $281,279 Delaware City, DE $280,985 Hockessin, DE $280,679 Kirkwood, DE $280,932 Middletown, DE $281,040 Montchanin, DE $280,743

New Castle, DE $280,785 Odessa, DE $281,179 Port Penn, DE $281,368 Rockland, DE $280,771 Saint Georges, DE $280,951 Townsend, DE $281,384 Winterthur, DE $280,804 Lewes, DE $279,608

Wilmington, DE $280,693 Dover, DE $281,809 Dover Afb, DE $280,324 Bethany Beach, DE $278,676 Bethel, DE $278,964 Bridgeville, DE $279,622 Camden Wyoming, DE $281,015 Cheswold, DE $281,717

Clayton, DE $281,726 Dagsboro, DE $278,482 Delmar, DE $278,035 Ellendale, DE $278,878 Felton, DE $280,449 Fenwick Island, DE $278,543 Frankford, DE $278,057 Frederica, DE $280,727

Georgetown, DE $278,376 Greenwood, DE $279,667 Harbeson, DE $278,673 Harrington, DE $280,094 Hartly, DE $280,965 Houston, DE $279,694 Kenton, DE $281,739 Laurel, DE $278,210

Yorklyn, DE $280,763

Physician - Nephrology Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Physician - Nephrology salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $316,121. While startup companies pay approximate $268,423.

Physician - Nephrology Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$268,423
Growth Stage	51~500	$283,599
Established	501~5000	$305,559
Enterprise	5000+	$316,121

Physician - Nephrology Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physician - Nephrology roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Physician - Nephrology positions in Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Physician - Nephrology as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Physician - Nephrology

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$421,539	$203.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$337,232	$162.0	20%

Physician - Nephrology Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician - Nephrology's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$264,135

Average $281,026/year

$309,858

$22,011

Average $23,419/month

$25,821

$5,080

Average $5,404/week

$5,959

$127

Average $135/hour

$149

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$309,858	$25,821	$5,959	$149
Average	$281,026	$23,419	$5,404	$135
25th Percentile	$264,135	$22,011	$5,080	$127

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