What are the main factors that influence a Critical Care Physician'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 Critical Care Physician?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Critical Care Physician roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Critical Care Physician's salary?

A Critical Care Physician's salary grows with experience: starting around $400,458 for beginners, reaching about $404,053 at mid-level, and approach $413,332 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Critical Care Physician?

Critical Care Physician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Critical Care Physician roles are District of Columbia $451,903, California $450,188, Massachusetts $444,189. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Critical Care Physician roles make?

Salaries for Critical Care Physician level roles vary by specialization: Pulmonary And Critical Care Physician: $405,353; Physician - Critical Care Unit: $399,400; Pulmonary-Critical Care: $322,812; Physician - Pediatrics Critical Care: $290,539; Pediatric Critical Care Physician: $246,896.

Critical Care Physician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Critical Care Physician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Critical Care Physician in Delaware is $413,332 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $199.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $495,623
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $388,234 to $456,407
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $365,383

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Critical Care Physician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$456,407	$38,034	$8,777	$219
Average	$413,332	$34,444	$7,949	$199
25th Percentile	$388,234	$32,353	$7,466	$187

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Key Factors That Influence Critical Care Physician Salaries

A Critical Care Physician'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 Critical Care Physician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Critical Care Physician'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): $400,458
Early Career (1-2 years): $402,255
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $404,053
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $406,570
Expert (over 8 years): $413,332

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Critical Care Physician	$400,458
Intermediate Level Critical Care Physician	$402,255
Senior Level Critical Care Physician	$404,053
Specialist Level Critical Care Physician	$406,570
Expert Level Critical Care Physician	$413,332

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How Do Critical Care Physician 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 Critical Care Physicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $451,903.
California: $450,188.
Massachusetts: $444,189.

District of Columbia $451,903 California $450,188 Massachusetts $444,189 Washington $442,556 New Jersey $442,393 Alaska $441,821 Connecticut $436,189 New York $433,903

Hawaii $426,597 Rhode Island $423,169 Maryland $420,842 Minnesota $417,659 Colorado $416,434 Illinois $416,026 Oregon $414,475 Delaware $413,332

New Hampshire $412,614 Virginia $411,006 Pennsylvania $406,312 Nevada $403,945 North Dakota $403,170 Michigan $401,945 Wisconsin $401,496 Vermont $400,598

Texas $398,109 Maine $397,945 Arizona $397,700 Ohio $397,415 Georgia $393,660 Indiana $391,782 Wyoming $391,415 Utah $390,843

Iowa $390,599 Kansas $388,639 Louisiana $388,068 North Carolina $387,864 Missouri $387,782 Florida $386,191 Montana $385,333 Nebraska $384,517

Kentucky $384,068 South Carolina $382,436 Tennessee $381,415 Idaho $381,007 New Mexico $378,028 Oklahoma $377,375 Alabama $374,966 South Dakota $370,926

Arkansas $368,722 West Virginia $367,538 Mississippi $363,987

Top Paying Cities for Critical Care Physicians

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: $411,471
Little Creek: $414,483
Magnolia: $413,888

Lincoln, DE $411,471 Little Creek, DE $414,483 Magnolia, DE $413,888 Milford, DE $412,516 Marydel, DE $413,194 Millsboro, DE $409,745 Millville, DE $410,377 Milton, DE $411,088

Nassau, DE $411,386 Ocean View, DE $410,308 Rehoboth Beach, DE $411,096 Seaford, DE $411,328 Selbyville, DE $409,626 Smyrna, DE $414,769 Viola, DE $412,859 Woodside, DE $413,969

Bear, DE $413,014 Newark, DE $412,859 Claymont, DE $413,704 Delaware City, DE $413,271 Hockessin, DE $412,822 Kirkwood, DE $413,194 Middletown, DE $413,353 Montchanin, DE $412,916

New Castle, DE $412,977 Odessa, DE $413,557 Port Penn, DE $413,835 Rockland, DE $412,957 Saint Georges, DE $413,222 Townsend, DE $413,859 Winterthur, DE $413,006 Lewes, DE $411,247

Wilmington, DE $412,843 Dover, DE $414,483 Dover Afb, DE $412,300 Bethany Beach, DE $409,875 Bethel, DE $410,300 Bridgeville, DE $411,267 Camden Wyoming, DE $413,316 Cheswold, DE $414,349

Clayton, DE $414,361 Dagsboro, DE $409,590 Delmar, DE $408,933 Ellendale, DE $410,173 Felton, DE $412,484 Fenwick Island, DE $409,680 Frankford, DE $408,965 Frederica, DE $412,892

Georgetown, DE $409,435 Greenwood, DE $411,333 Harbeson, DE $409,871 Harrington, DE $411,961 Hartly, DE $413,243 Houston, DE $411,373 Kenton, DE $414,381 Laurel, DE $409,190

Yorklyn, DE $412,945

Critical Care Physician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Critical Care Physician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Critical Care Physician positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Critical Care Physician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Critical Care Physician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology	$516,666	$248.0	25%
Healthcare	$433,999	$209.0	5%

Critical Care Physician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Critical Care Physician'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

$388,234

Average $413,332/year

$456,407

$32,353

Average $34,444/month

$38,034

$7,466

Average $7,949/week

$8,777

$187

Average $199/hour

$219

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$456,407	$38,034	$8,777	$219
Average	$413,332	$34,444	$7,949	$199
25th Percentile	$388,234	$32,353	$7,466	$187

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