Podiatrist Salary in 2026
Diagnose and treat conditions of the feet, ankles, and lower legs.
Median Salary
$148,000
$12,333/mo
Entry Level
$105,000
starting pay
Senior Level
$195,000
experienced
Job Growth
+2%
10-yr outlook
Podiatrist Overview
Diagnose and treat conditions of the feet, ankles, and lower legs.
Education
DPM
Experience
7+ years
Industry
Healthcare
Total Jobs (US)
10K
5-Year Growth
+5%
Category
Healthcare
Hourly Rate
$71.15/hr
Monthly Pay
$12,333
Podiatrist Salary Calculator
Adjust your state and experience level to see the estimated Podiatrist salary in your area.
Mid Career (5-9 yrs)
Estimated Podiatrist Salary
$164,000
$13,667/month · $6,308/biweekly · $78.85/hr
Podiatrist Salary Range
Salary distribution from entry-level to top earners in the Podiatrist field.
Entry-level Podiatrists earn around $105,000, while the top 10% earn $217,500 or more.
Top Paying States for Podiatrists
| State | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| California | $175,000 | +$27,000 |
| New York | $170,000 | +$22,000 |
| New Jersey | $163,000 | +$15,000 |
| Florida | $145,000 | $-3,000 |
| Texas | $145,000 | $-3,000 |
Top Paying Cities for Podiatrists
| City | Est. Median Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|
| New York | $175,000 | +$27,000 |
| Los Angeles | $166,000 | +$18,000 |
| Newark | $160,000 | +$12,000 |
| Miami | $151,000 | +$3,000 |
| Houston | $147,000 | $-1,000 |
Required Skills & Certifications
Key Skills
Certifications
Podiatrist Career Progression
Typical salary growth path for a Podiatrist from entry level to expert.
$105,000
0-2 years
$150,000
3-7 years
$195,000
8-14 years
$240,000
15+ years
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