Primary Care Provider Salary in California

How much does a Primary Care Provider make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Primary Care Provider in California is $130,109 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

However, a Primary Care Provider's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $144,752
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $122,549 to $137,774
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $115,666
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Primary Care Provider Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $137,774 $11,481 $2,649 $66
Average $130,109 $10,842 $2,502 $63
25th Percentile $122,549 $10,212 $2,357 $59
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Key Factors That Influence Primary Care Provider Salaries

A Primary Care Provider'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 Primary Care Provider Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Primary Care Provider'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): $128,324
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $128,849
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $129,584
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,880
  • Expert (over 8 years): $133,342
Levels Salary
Entry Level Primary Care Provider$128,324
Intermediate Level Primary Care Provider$128,849
Senior Level Primary Care Provider$129,584
Specialist Level Primary Care Provider$130,880
Expert Level Primary Care Provider$133,342
$128,324 0 yr
$128,849 < 2 yrs
$129,584 2-4 yrs
$130,880 5-8 yrs
$133,342 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Primary Care Providers

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:

  • Los Angeles: $130,333
  • West Hollywood: $130,239
  • Dodgertown: $130,332

Primary Care Provider Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Primary Care Provider roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Primary Care Provider positions in Edu. Gov't & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Primary Care Provider as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Primary Care Provider

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$156,131$75.020%

Primary Care Provider Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Primary Care Provider'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 August 01, 2026

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