What are the main factors that influence a Pediatric Resident'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 Pediatric Resident?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Pediatric Resident roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Pediatric Resident's salary?

A Pediatric Resident's salary grows with experience: starting around $57,577 for beginners, reaching about $59,324 at mid-level, and approach $65,017 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Pediatric Resident?

Pediatric Resident salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Pediatric Resident roles are District of Columbia $64,860, California $64,614, Massachusetts $63,753. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Pediatric Resident roles make?

Salaries for Pediatric Resident level roles vary by specialization: Surgeon - Pediatric: $511,179; Pediatric Cardiologist: $312,600; Medical Resident: $276,734; Pharmacy Resident: $146,281; Resident Director: $118,616.

Pediatric Resident Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pediatric Resident make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Pediatric Resident in Delaware is $59,324 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

However, a Pediatric Resident's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $72,381
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $50,937 to $66,158
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,302

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Pediatric Resident Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,158	$5,513	$1,272	$32
Average	$59,324	$4,944	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$50,937	$4,245	$980	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Pediatric Resident Salaries

A Pediatric Resident'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 Pediatric Resident Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Pediatric Resident'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): $57,577
Early Career (1-2 years): $58,159
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $59,324
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $63,148
Expert (over 8 years): $65,017

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Pediatric Resident	$57,577
Intermediate Level Pediatric Resident	$58,159
Senior Level Pediatric Resident	$59,324
Specialist Level Pediatric Resident	$63,148
Expert Level Pediatric Resident	$65,017

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How Do Pediatric Resident 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 Pediatric Residents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,860.
California: $64,614.
Massachusetts: $63,753.

District of Columbia $64,860 California $64,614 Massachusetts $63,753 Washington $63,519 New Jersey $63,495 Alaska $63,413 Connecticut $62,605 New York $62,277

Hawaii $61,228 Rhode Island $60,736 Maryland $60,402 Minnesota $59,945 Colorado $59,769 Illinois $59,711 Oregon $59,488 Delaware $59,324

New Hampshire $59,221 Virginia $58,990 Pennsylvania $58,317 Nevada $57,977 North Dakota $57,866 Michigan $57,690 Wisconsin $57,625 Vermont $57,496

Texas $57,139 Maine $57,116 Arizona $57,081 Ohio $57,040 Georgia $56,501 Indiana $56,231 Wyoming $56,178 Utah $56,096

Iowa $56,061 Kansas $55,780 Louisiana $55,698 North Carolina $55,669 Missouri $55,657 Florida $55,429 Montana $55,306 Nebraska $55,188

Kentucky $55,124 South Carolina $54,890 Tennessee $54,743 Idaho $54,685 New Mexico $54,257 Oklahoma $54,163 Alabama $53,818 South Dakota $53,238

Arkansas $52,921 West Virginia $52,751 Mississippi $52,242

Top Paying Cities for Pediatric Residents

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: $59,057
Little Creek: $59,489
Magnolia: $59,404

Lincoln, DE $59,057 Little Creek, DE $59,489 Magnolia, DE $59,404 Milford, DE $59,207 Marydel, DE $59,304 Millsboro, DE $58,809 Millville, DE $58,900 Milton, DE $59,002

Nassau, DE $59,045 Ocean View, DE $58,890 Rehoboth Beach, DE $59,003 Seaford, DE $59,037 Selbyville, DE $58,792 Smyrna, DE $59,530 Viola, DE $59,256 Woodside, DE $59,416

Bear, DE $59,278 Newark, DE $59,256 Claymont, DE $59,377 Delaware City, DE $59,315 Hockessin, DE $59,251 Kirkwood, DE $59,304 Middletown, DE $59,327 Montchanin, DE $59,264

New Castle, DE $59,273 Odessa, DE $59,356 Port Penn, DE $59,396 Rockland, DE $59,270 Saint Georges, DE $59,308 Townsend, DE $59,400 Winterthur, DE $59,277 Lewes, DE $59,025

Wilmington, DE $59,254 Dover, DE $59,489 Dover Afb, DE $59,176 Bethany Beach, DE $58,828 Bethel, DE $58,889 Bridgeville, DE $59,028 Camden Wyoming, DE $59,322 Cheswold, DE $59,470

Clayton, DE $59,472 Dagsboro, DE $58,787 Delmar, DE $58,693 Ellendale, DE $58,871 Felton, DE $59,202 Fenwick Island, DE $58,800 Frankford, DE $58,697 Frederica, DE $59,261

Georgetown, DE $58,765 Greenwood, DE $59,037 Harbeson, DE $58,827 Harrington, DE $59,127 Hartly, DE $59,311 Houston, DE $59,043 Kenton, DE $59,475 Laurel, DE $58,730

Yorklyn, DE $59,269

Pediatric Resident Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Pediatric Resident roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (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 20% above the average. In contrast, Pediatric Resident positions in Insurance or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Pediatric Resident as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Pediatric Resident

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$71,189	$34.0	20%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$65,257	$31.0	10%

Pediatric Resident Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Pediatric Resident'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.

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$50,937

Average $59,324/year

$66,158

$4,245

Average $4,944/month

$5,513

$980

Average $1,141/week

$1,272

$24

Average $29/hour

$32

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$66,158	$5,513	$1,272	$32
Average	$59,324	$4,944	$1,141	$29
25th Percentile	$50,937	$4,245	$980	$24

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Pediatric Resident Salary in Delaware

How much does a Pediatric Resident make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Pediatric Resident Salaries

How Experience Level Affects Pediatric Resident Salaries?

How Do Pediatric Resident Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Pediatric Residents

Pediatric Resident Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industries for a Pediatric Resident

Pediatric Resident Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Pediatric Resident

Find Your Next Pediatric Resident Job

Cost of Living In Delaware

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