What are the main factors that influence a Physician General Practitioner'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 Physician General Practitioner?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Physician General Practitioner roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Physician General Practitioner's salary?

A Physician General Practitioner's salary grows with experience: starting around $265,248 for beginners, reaching about $267,677 at mid-level, and approach $273,889 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Physician General Practitioner?

Physician General Practitioner salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Physician General Practitioner roles are District of Columbia $271,790, California $270,790, Massachusetts $267,190. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Physician General Practitioner roles make?

Salaries for Physician General Practitioner level roles vary by specialization: General Practitioner: $246,385; Physician/Doctor - General Practice: $245,490; Physician - Generalist: $245,470; General Physician: $240,993; General Practice Physician: $238,968.

Physician General Practitioner Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Physician General Practitioner make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Physician General Practitioner in District of Columbia is $271,790 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $131.

However, a Physician General Practitioner's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $325,091
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $255,490 to $299,690
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $240,650

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Physician General Practitioner Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$299,690	$24,974	$5,763	$144
Average	$271,790	$22,649	$5,227	$131
25th Percentile	$255,490	$21,291	$4,913	$123

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Key Factors That Influence Physician General Practitioner Salaries

A Physician General Practitioner'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 Physician General Practitioner Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Physician General Practitioner'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): $265,248
Early Career (1-2 years): $266,462
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $267,677
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $269,377
Expert (over 8 years): $273,889

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Physician General Practitioner	$265,248
Intermediate Level Physician General Practitioner	$266,462
Senior Level Physician General Practitioner	$267,677
Specialist Level Physician General Practitioner	$269,377
Expert Level Physician General Practitioner	$273,889

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How Do Physician General Practitioner 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 Physician General Practitioners. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $271,790.
California: $270,790.
Massachusetts: $267,190.

District of Columbia $271,790 California $270,790 Massachusetts $267,190 Washington $266,190 New Jersey $266,090 Alaska $265,790 Connecticut $262,390 New York $260,990

Hawaii $256,590 Rhode Island $254,590 Maryland $253,190 Minnesota $251,190 Colorado $250,490 Illinois $250,290 Oregon $249,290 Delaware $248,590

New Hampshire $248,190 Virginia $247,190 Pennsylvania $244,390 Nevada $242,990 North Dakota $242,490 Michigan $241,790 Wisconsin $241,490 Vermont $240,990

Texas $239,490 Maine $239,390 Arizona $239,190 Ohio $239,090 Georgia $236,790 Indiana $235,690 Wyoming $235,490 Utah $235,090

Iowa $234,990 Kansas $233,790 Louisiana $233,390 North Carolina $233,290 Missouri $233,290 Florida $232,290 Montana $231,790 Nebraska $231,290

Kentucky $230,990 South Carolina $230,090 Tennessee $229,390 Idaho $229,190 New Mexico $227,390 Oklahoma $226,990 Alabama $225,590 South Dakota $223,090

Arkansas $221,790 West Virginia $221,090 Mississippi $218,990

Top Paying Cities for Physician General Practitioners

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:

Parcel Return Service: $270,390
Washington: $270,390
Naval Anacost Annex: $270,290

Parcel Return Service, DC $270,390 Washington, DC $270,390 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $270,290 Washington Navy Yard, DC $270,390

Physician General Practitioner Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Physician General Practitioner salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $305,731. While startup companies pay approximate $259,601.

Physician General Practitioner Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$259,601
Growth Stage	51~500	$274,278
Established	501~5000	$295,516
Enterprise	5000+	$305,731

Physician General Practitioner Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Physician General Practitioner 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 Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Physician General Practitioner positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Physician General Practitioner as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Physician General Practitioner

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$407,685	$196.0	50%
Biotechnology	$326,148	$157.0	20%

Physician General Practitioner Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Physician General Practitioner'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

$255,490

Average $271,790/year

$299,690

$21,291

Average $22,649/month

$24,974

$4,913

Average $5,227/week

$5,763

$123

Average $131/hour

$144

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$299,690	$24,974	$5,763	$144
Average	$271,790	$22,649	$5,227	$131
25th Percentile	$255,490	$21,291	$4,913	$123

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