Podiatrists

Podiatrists had median annual earnings of $141,650 in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. The median annual salary for workers in all careers was $48,069. The lowest 10 percent of podiatrists earned $58,550, and the top 25 percent earned $216,070 or more annually. Podiatrists who worked in general medical and surgical hospitals earned average salaries of $164,480.

Podiatrists who work for hospitals, ambulatory surgical centers, and other employers receive benefits such as medical insurance and vacation and sick days. Those who are self-employed must provide for their own health insurance and retirement, but typically have more control over their earnings.