Gynecologic Oncologist Salary: Median, Range & Career Outlook

According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) data from May 2020 (categorized under "Physicians, All Other"):

• Median annual wage: $208,000 (the BLS caps reporting at this level for high-earning specialties)
• Lowest 10%: < $99,650
• Highest 10%: > $338,440

Context

Gynecologic oncologists are OB/GYN subspecialists (4-year residency + 3–4 year fellowship) who treat cancers of the female reproductive system. Compensation varies by:

• Practice setting (academic vs. private vs. hospital-employed)
• Geographic region
• Years of experience
• Surgical volume and complexity

Current (2023–2024) survey data (e.g., MGMA, AMGA) typically report median total compensation of $450,000–$550,000+, reflecting high demand and procedural intensity. The BLS $208k figure is a reporting artifact, not a true ceiling.