Resident Salary and Benefits (2026-2027)
Salary
Resident salary by year
| Salary |
1st Year |
2nd Year |
3rd Year |
| Annual |
$62,642.22 |
$64,687.43 |
$66,727.41 |
| Monthly |
$5,220.18 |
$5,390.61 |
$5,560.61 |
Additional Benefits
Comprehensive Insurance Coverage
- Health, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance benefits for residents.
- Professional liability and workers' compensation insurance.
Educational Resources
- Free access to UpToDate, MKSAP, and the Johns Hopkins Ambulatory Curriculum.
- Access to Dragon Dictation software in both clinics and inpatient settings.
Professional Development and Opportunities
- Strong fellowship match rates.
- Resident participation in quality improvement, research, and committees.
- 6 + 2 block scheduling system for a balanced experience.
Unique Patient Population and Location
- Serve a large indigent patient population.
- Located in one of the safest large cities in the U.S., with a strong military presence
(Fort Bliss, Biggs Army Airfield).
- Over 300 sunny days per year and a low cost of living.
Amenities and Perks
- Free parking.
- Over $400 monthly food allowance for meals at the hospital cafeteria.
- Complimentary white coats with laundry service.
- Family-oriented atmosphere with wellness activities year-round.
Additional Support
- Dues covered for the American College of Physicians.
- Meals at University Medical Center of El Paso if medical records are current.
- Tax-deferred annuity options through salary conversion plan.
Vacation
- PGY-1 and PGY-2: 15 days
- PGY-3: 15 days
