Alabama Median
$394,550
per year
Hourly Rate
$189.69
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+20% vs US median
US median $328,730
State Rank
#14 of 26
state estimate
How much does a Dermatologist make in Alabama?
Dermatologists in Alabama take home a median of $394,550 annually — roughly $189.69 an hour — which runs 20% above the national median of $328,730.
Within Alabama, entry-level pay starts around $110,530 while the top 10% make $705,310 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $379,060 and $461,310 a year.
Dermatologist salary range in Alabama
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $110,530 | $53.14 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $379,060 | $182.24 |
|
| 50th percentile (median) | $394,550 | $189.69 |
|
| 75th percentile (experienced) | $461,310 | $221.78 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $705,310 | $339.09 |
|
How Alabama compares
Alabama ranks 14th out of 26 states and territories for Dermatologist pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
Dermatologist salary in other states
Minnesota $625,790Washington $526,170New Hampshire $516,230Maryland $442,210Delaware $442,120Wisconsin $440,710Illinois $435,750Tennessee $433,630Iowa $424,970Arkansas $422,060Nevada $419,410Michigan $414,910Colorado $398,810New York $374,010Ohio $373,640North Carolina $367,350Nebraska $359,580Idaho $281,920Virginia $280,060South Carolina $259,990Arizona $233,270Indiana $225,200Texas $218,670Kentucky $195,830Connecticut $165,040
Working as a Dermatologist in Alabama
Nationally, about 11,000 people work as Dermatologists in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.
Considering a move? Compare Alabama pay ($394,550) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Dermatologist make in Alabama?
The median Dermatologist salary in Alabama is $394,550 per year, or about $189.69 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $110,530 at the entry level to $705,310 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Alabama pay compare to the national average?
Alabama pays Dermatologists about 20% more than the national median of $328,730. Alabama ranks 14th out of 26 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Alabama a good state for Dermatologists?
Yes on pay — Alabama pays above the national median for this occupation, at $394,550 a year. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Alabama?
The highest-paying occupations in Alabama include Cardiologist ($519,480), Dermatologist ($394,550), Anesthesiologist ($392,350), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
← See the national Dermatologist salary report
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.