How much does a neurologist make in California?
$357,100a year
Median yearly pay for neurologists in California. That is $171.67 an hour or $29,760 a month.
- Hourly
- $171.67
- Vs. national median
- +44%
- Rank among states
- 5 of 29
- Jobs in the state
- 1,090
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $104,300Median: $357,100Highest 10%: $357,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $104,300 | $50.15 | |
| 25th | $302,600 | $145.49 | |
| Median | $357,100 | $171.67 | |
| 75th | $357,100 | $171.67 | |
| 90th | $357,100 | $171.67 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Los Angeles, CA | $239,200 |
| San Francisco, CA | $104,300 |
| Riverside, CA | $79,410 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for neurologists.
| 2. Arizona | $409,600 |
| 3. Minnesota | $381,700 |
| 4. Texas | $360,600 |
| 5. California | $357,100 |
| 6. Colorado | $356,300 |
| 7. Alaska | $354,800 |
| 8. South Carolina | $352,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a neurologist make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $171.67 ($357,100 a year).
Do neurologists make more in California than the national average?
Yes: $357,100 against $248,600 nationally, 44% more.
Where does California rank for neurologist pay?
California ranks 5 of 29 states.
Which city in California pays neurologists the most?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA, with a median of $239,200 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.