Resident Salary and Benefits
Residents receive a salary based on postgraduate training level and access to insurance, professional development resources, workplace support and paid leave. Review the information below and confirm current details with Graduate Medical Education before making financial decisions.
Salary Schedule Date
The salary figures on this page are for the 2025–2026 academic year. Compensation and benefit terms may change. Applicants and residents should verify the current schedule with Graduate Medical Education.
Annual Salary by Training Level
Annual salary increases by postgraduate year. The figures below reflect the 2024–2025 schedule supplied for this page.
| Training Level | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| PGY-1 Salary | $61,114.36 |
| PGY-2 Salary | $63,109.69 |
| PGY-3 Salary | $65,099.91 |
| PGY-4 Salary | $67,092.82 |
| PGY-5 Salary | $69,084.32 |
| PGY-6 Salary | $71,018.38 |
| PGY-7 Salary | $73,148.93 |
| PGY-8 Salary | $75,343.40 |
Benefits and Resident Support
Benefits are organized below by the decisions residents most often need to make. Eligibility, coverage levels and allowances may vary by plan year.
Insurance Coverage
- Health, dental, life and long-term disability insurance.
- Shared-cost options for eligible dependents.
- Professional liability insurance and workers’ compensation.
Professional Development
- Continuing medical education funds.
- Support for professional organization memberships.
- Conference support for qualifying national and international events.
Workplace Resources
- Dragon dictation software for clinical and inpatient work.
- Lab coats and laundry service.
- Meal allowance at University Medical Center of El Paso.
- Secure covered parking.
Retirement Options
A salary conversion plan may allow eligible employees to make tax-deferred annuity contributions through payroll deductions.
Paid time off
Residents receive paid vacation and other leave in accordance with institutional and program policies.
Career Development
The residency program supports fellowship preparation and continued professional growth after graduation.