USMLE Step 1 – US Medical Licensing Exam Salary Guide 2026

$200K–$350K (post-residency)
Typical Annual Range

What Affects This Range

Compensation for USMLE Step 1 – US Medical Licensing Exam holders varies by years of experience, employer size, industry, and geography. Figures shown are directional ranges aggregated from public salary-reporting sources and are not a guarantee for any individual role.

Figures are directional market ranges, not a guarantee for any individual role — actual compensation depends on your specific employer, location, and experience.

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