Healthcare Alabama (AL) Rank #44 of 50

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Alabama

The median emergency medicine physician salary in Alabama is $269,700 per year, which is 13% below the national median of $310,000.

Median Salary

$269,700

vs National

$-40,300

State Rank

#44 of 50

Cost of Living

87%

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary in Alabama by Experience

In Alabama, an entry-level emergency medicine physician earns around $160,950, while experienced professionals earn up to $400,200 per year. The cost of living index in Alabama is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$160,950

$-24,050 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$274,050

$-40,950 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$400,200

$-59,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Alabama

Percentile	AL Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$156,600	$180,000	$-23,400
25th Percentile	$208,800	$240,000	$-31,200
Median (50th)	$269,700	$310,000	$-40,300
75th Percentile	$348,000	$400,000	$-52,000
90th Percentile	$413,250	$475,000	$-61,750

Emergency Medicine Physician Salary by City in Alabama

The largest employment areas for emergency medicine physicians in Alabama include Birmingham, Huntsville, Montgomery, and Mobile. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Birmingham, AL

$279,000

Pop. 197,575 · COL 90%

Huntsville, AL

$285,200

Pop. 216,963 · COL 92%

Montgomery, AL

$266,600

Pop. 200,603 · COL 86%

Mobile, AL

$263,500

Pop. 187,041 · COL 85%

Tuscaloosa, AL

$272,800

Pop. 101,129 · COL 88%

How to Become a Emergency Medicine Physician in Alabama

Education

Most emergency medicine physician positions require a doctoral degree. Alabama has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Emergency MedicineTrauma CareTriageCritical CareProceduresDecision Making

Job Outlook in Alabama

Nationally, emergency medicine physician employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Alabama's demand may vary based on local industry trends.