What is the average hourly wage for General Internal Medicine Physicians?

The median hourly wage for General Internal Medicine Physicians is $116.99 per hour. This translates to approximately $243,340 per year working full-time.

What states pay General Internal Medicine Physicians the most?

Salaries for General Internal Medicine Physicians vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a general internal medicine physician?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

General Internal Medicine Physicians Salary

Name: General Internal Medicine Physicians Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$243,340

$116.99 / hour

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$128,970 - $418,545

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

100,300

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

General Internal Medicine Physicians Salary by Percentile

$128,970 $418,545

10th pct Median: $243,340 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$128,970	$62.00
25th Percentile	$175,205	$84.23
50th (Median)	$243,340	$116.99
75th Percentile	$335,809	$161.45
90th (Top Earners)	$418,545	$201.22
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for General Internal Medicine Physicians

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$321,209	$154.43
2	California (CA)	$304,175	$146.24
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$296,875	$142.73
4	New York (NY)	$296,875	$142.73
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$292,008	$140.39
6	Connecticut (CT)	$287,141	$138.05
7	Maryland (MD)	$287,141	$138.05
8	Hawaii (HI)	$279,841	$134.54
9	Alaska (AK)	$272,541	$131.03
10	Washington (WA)	$272,541	$131.03
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About General Internal Medicine Physicians

General Internal Medicine Physicians work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for General Internal Medicine Physicians

Projected Growth

+13%

2022-2032

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,897,400

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do General Internal Medicine Physicians make?

The median annual salary for General Internal Medicine Physicians is $243,340 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $128,970, while the top 10% earn $418,545 or more.

What is the hourly wage for General Internal Medicine Physicians?

General Internal Medicine Physicians earn a median hourly wage of $116.99 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $243,340 annually.

Is General Internal Medicine Physicians a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $243,340, General Internal Medicine Physicians earns above the U.S. median household income. Job outlook: Much faster than average (13% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do General Internal Medicine Physicians need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.