Medscape surveyed more than 1,200 residents from June 20 through July 7. All participants were enrolled in U.S. medical resident programs. Here are the average residency salaries for each of the eight years following medical school.
- First year: $51,000
- Second year: $52,000
- Third year: $54,000
- Fourth year: $59,000
- Fifth year: $58,000
- Sixth year: $62,000
- Seventh year: $62,000
- Eighth year: $66,000
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