Neurologists pay in California
In California, the median pay for neurologists is $171.68 an hour ($357,080 a year). About 1,090 people work in this job there.
That is 44% higher than the U.S. median ($248,560). California ranks 5th of 29 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for neurologists in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $50.16 | $104,320 |
| 25% of workers | $145.49 | $302,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $171.68 | $357,080 |
| 75% of workers | $171.68 | $357,080 |
| 90% of workers | $171.68 | $357,080 |
Neurologists pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | $239,200 | 0 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont | $104,320 | 0 |
| Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario | $79,410 | 40 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for neurologists
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 4 to 6 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +6.4% over ten years, faster than average · about 300 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $281,590 |
| Pediatricians, General | $214,140 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $313,890 |
| Psychiatrists | $353,500 |
| Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $301,240 |
| Psychologists, All Other | $157,540 |
| Cardiologists | $185,610 |
| Pharmacists | $164,610 |
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