Ear, Nose, and Throat Specialists

Earnings vary according to geographical region, type and size of practice, hours worked per week, and professional reputation. According to the Medscape Physician Compensation Report 2024, the average annual salary of otolaryngologists was $459,000. The lowest-paid 10 percent of all physicians earned less than $66,260 in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor.

Benefits for ear, nose, and throat specialists include vacation and sick time, health, and sometimes dental, insurance, and pension or 401(k) plans. Those who have their own practices must provide their own benefits.