Gastroenterologists Salary Guide
How much do gastroenterologists make? And how does the salary for gastroenterologists compare across states and between perm and temp work? Follow along to learn more!
Explore our gastroenterologist salary guide to discover:
- Gastroenterologist Salary
- Physician Salary by State
- How Do Gastroenterologist Salaries Compare Against Other Physician Specialties?
- How Much Will Gastroenterologists Make in 2024?
Looking for gastroenterologist jobs? Check out our open gastroenterologist assignments nationwide.
How Much Do Gastroenterologists Make?
According to Medscape’s 2023 gastroenterologist compensation report, gastroenterologists made an annual average of $501,000. Gastroenterologists increased their compensation by 11% from 2022, one of the largest increases in compensation compared to other specialties.
How Much Do Locum Tenens Gastroenterologists Make?
Locum tenens gastroenterologists can make upwards of $290 per hour on average, however, there are many factors that impact rates including location, years of experience, and the level of demand.
If you were to extrapolate that rate over a year (at 40 hours per week), the average locum salary comes out to around $602,200.
That means locum tenens gastroenterologists can make up to 20% more than the average provider. However, making direct salary comparisons can be complicated. While perm gastroenterologists are more likely to be salaried, locum tenens gastroenterologists are independent contractors earning an hourly rate, which can vary based on which assignments they take in a year.
Furthermore, because locum tenens gastroenterologists are paid by the hour, the hours they work are directly reflected in their pay, while a salaried gastroenterologists additional hours may not be reflected in their salary.
Finally, paid time off and insurance may be reflected in the perm gastroenterologists salary structure, but locum tenens providers do have options when it comes to health insurance.
Gastroenterologist Salary by State
While the state breakdown of salaries from US Bureau of Labor Statistics for gastroenterologists is not available, the BLS reports the top 5 highest paying states for general internal medicine physicians salary are:
- Alaska
- Kentucky
- Minnesota
- South Dakota
- Wisconsin
This can provide some insights into the highest paying states for gastroenterologists.
How Do Gastroenterologist Salaries Compare Against Other Physician Specialties?
Gastroenterologists within the top 5 earners of the 30+ physician specialties surveyed in the Medscape 2023 compensation report. The top five specialties (plastic surgery, orthopedics, cardiology, urology, gastroenterology) all reported annual income of greater than $500,000.
How Much Will Gastroenterologists Make in 2024?
Gastroenterologists salaries have increased over the last several years, with the average compensation increasing 35% over the past decade. Gastroenterologists increased their compensation 11% from 2022 to 2023. Based on this data, gastroenterologists can expect to make roughly $556,110 in 2024.
Overall, this statistic shows the possible compensation growth for gastroenterologists time, making this a lucrative career choice.
Explore Our Open Gastroenterologist Jobs
Gastroenterologist - California
We are seeking a skilled Gastroenterologist for a 40-day locum tenens position at a hospital in California. The assignment begins on 09/29/2025, with a schedule of Monday to Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM, covering specific weeks. The physician will primarily focus on inpatient scoping procedures, performing approximately 10... View This Job
Physician - Gastroenterologist
Barton Associates is seeking a Gastroenterologist for a locum tenens position in Georgia. This 130-day assignment begins on 07/21/2025, with potential for extension. The provider will work Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a minimum commitment of two weeks per month. This outpatient role requires expertise... View This Job
Gastroenterologist - California
Barton Associates is seeking an experienced Gastroenterologist for an 84-day locum tenens position at two hospitals in California. Starting on 04/21/2025, this assignment offers a combination of outpatient clinic work and 24-hour call coverage. The schedule includes 5 days per week of outpatient clinic from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM,... View This Job
Physician - Gastroenterologist
We are seeking a skilled Gastroenterology Physician for a locum tenens position at a hospital in West Virginia. This 60-day assignment begins on 09/08/2025, and requires coverage for 7-10 shifts per month, including 24-hour call and rounding. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with inpatient rounding, performing scopes, endoscopies, and... View This Job
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