What are the main factors that influence an OB/GYN's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for OB/GYN?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for OB/GYN roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An OB/GYN's salary?

An OB/GYN's salary grows with experience: starting around $314,346 for beginners, reaching about $317,233 at mid-level, and approach $324,605 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an OB/GYN?

OB/GYN salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for OB/GYN roles are District of Columbia $352,001, California $350,701, Massachusetts $346,001. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

OB/GYN Salary in Delaware

How much does an OB/GYN make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an OB/GYN in Delaware is $322,001 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $155.

However, an OB/GYN's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $385,046
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $302,701 to $355,001
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $285,129

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OB/GYN Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$355,001	$29,583	$6,827	$171
Average	$322,001	$26,833	$6,192	$155
25th Percentile	$302,701	$25,225	$5,821	$146

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Key Factors That Influence OB/GYN Salaries

An OB/GYN's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects OB/GYN Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an OB/GYN's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $314,346
Early Career (1-2 years): $315,790
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $317,233
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $319,254
Expert (over 8 years): $324,605

Levels	Salary
Entry Level OB/GYN	$314,346
Intermediate Level OB/GYN	$315,790
Senior Level OB/GYN	$317,233
Specialist Level OB/GYN	$319,254
Expert Level OB/GYN	$324,605

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How Do OB/GYN Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract OB/GYNs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $352,001.
California: $350,701.
Massachusetts: $346,001.

District of Columbia $352,001 California $350,701 Massachusetts $346,001 Washington $344,801 New Jersey $344,601 Alaska $344,201 Connecticut $339,801 New York $338,001

Hawaii $332,301 Rhode Island $329,701 Maryland $327,901 Minnesota $325,401 Colorado $324,401 Illinois $324,101 Oregon $322,901 Delaware $322,001

New Hampshire $321,401 Virginia $320,201 Pennsylvania $316,501 Nevada $314,701 North Dakota $314,101 Michigan $313,101 Wisconsin $312,801 Vermont $312,101

Texas $310,101 Maine $310,001 Arizona $309,801 Ohio $309,601 Georgia $306,701 Indiana $305,201 Wyoming $304,901 Utah $304,501

Iowa $304,301 Kansas $302,801 Louisiana $302,301 North Carolina $302,201 Missouri $302,101 Florida $300,901 Montana $300,201 Nebraska $299,601

Kentucky $299,201 South Carolina $297,901 Tennessee $297,101 Idaho $296,801 New Mexico $294,501 Oklahoma $294,001 Alabama $292,101 South Dakota $289,001

Arkansas $287,301 West Virginia $286,301 Mississippi $283,601

Top Paying Cities for OB/GYNs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $320,601
Little Creek: $322,901
Magnolia: $322,401

Lincoln, DE $320,601 Little Creek, DE $322,901 Magnolia, DE $322,401 Milford, DE $321,401 Marydel, DE $321,901 Millsboro, DE $319,201 Millville, DE $319,701 Milton, DE $320,301

Nassau, DE $320,501 Ocean View, DE $319,601 Rehoboth Beach, DE $320,301 Seaford, DE $320,401 Selbyville, DE $319,101 Smyrna, DE $323,101 Viola, DE $321,601 Woodside, DE $322,501

Bear, DE $321,801 Newark, DE $321,601 Claymont, DE $322,301 Delaware City, DE $322,001 Hockessin, DE $321,601 Kirkwood, DE $321,901 Middletown, DE $322,001 Montchanin, DE $321,701

New Castle, DE $321,701 Odessa, DE $322,201 Port Penn, DE $322,401 Rockland, DE $321,701 Saint Georges, DE $321,901 Townsend, DE $322,401 Winterthur, DE $321,801 Lewes, DE $320,401

Wilmington, DE $321,601 Dover, DE $322,901 Dover Afb, DE $321,201 Bethany Beach, DE $319,301 Bethel, DE $319,601 Bridgeville, DE $320,401 Camden Wyoming, DE $322,001 Cheswold, DE $322,801

Clayton, DE $322,801 Dagsboro, DE $319,101 Delmar, DE $318,601 Ellendale, DE $319,501 Felton, DE $321,301 Fenwick Island, DE $319,201 Frankford, DE $318,601 Frederica, DE $321,701

Georgetown, DE $319,001 Greenwood, DE $320,401 Harbeson, DE $319,301 Harrington, DE $320,901 Hartly, DE $321,901 Houston, DE $320,501 Kenton, DE $322,801 Laurel, DE $318,801

Yorklyn, DE $321,701

OB/GYN Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

OB/GYN salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $362,212. While startup companies pay approximate $307,560.

OB/GYN Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$307,560
Growth Stage	51~500	$324,949
Established	501~5000	$350,110
Enterprise	5000+	$362,212

OB/GYN Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For OB/GYN roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, OB/GYN positions in Pharmaceuticals or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view OB/GYN as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an OB/GYN

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$483,002	$232.0	50%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$386,401	$186.0	20%

OB/GYN Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an OB/GYN's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$302,701

Average $322,001/year

$355,001

$25,225

Average $26,833/month

$29,583

$5,821

Average $6,192/week

$6,827

$146

Average $155/hour

$171

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$355,001	$29,583	$6,827	$171
Average	$322,001	$26,833	$6,192	$155
25th Percentile	$302,701	$25,225	$5,821	$146

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