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Oncologist salary in United States, 2026

How much does an Oncologist make in the United States?

Average base salary

$360,750
Average $360,750
Low $239,403
High $543,605

The average salary for a oncologist is $360,750 per year in the United States. 1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 15, 2026).

Oncologist job openings in United States

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Radiation Oncology Nurse Pract...
LCMC Health3.3out of 5 stars.
Metairie, LA
Full-time
1 day ago

Highest paying companies for Oncologist in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
TRYFACTA, INC.
 
$520,000per year
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Ironside HR
 
$509,600per year
Floyd Lee Locums
 
$507,000per year
AnyPlace MD
 
$504,400per year
Grand Itasca Clinic and Hospit...
 
$500,000per year
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Cente...
 
$500,000per year

Highest paying cities for Oncologists near United States

  1. San Jose, CA
    $453,504 per year
  2. Seattle, WA
    $444,045 per year
  3. Mason City, IA
    $439,416 per year
  4. Pottstown, PA
    $438,326 per year
  5. Brooklyn, NY
    $385,250 per year

Where can an Oncologist earn more?

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