What are the main factors that influence a General Internist's salary?

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

How does experience change A General Internist's salary?

A General Internist's salary grows with experience: starting around $253,164 for beginners, reaching about $255,530 at mid-level, and approach $261,572 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a General Internist?

General Internist salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Internist roles are District of Columbia $285,981, California $284,896, Massachusetts $281,099. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Internist roles make?

Salaries for General Internist level roles vary by specialization: General Surgeon: $439,200; Hospitalist Internist MD DO: $265,681; Internist: $261,900; Internist Physician: $223,670; Casino General Manager: $186,929.

General Internist Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Internist make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Internist in Delaware is $261,572 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $126.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $314,053
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $245,120 to $289,043
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $230,141

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General Internist Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$289,043	$24,087	$5,559	$139
Average	$261,572	$21,798	$5,030	$126
25th Percentile	$245,120	$20,427	$4,714	$118

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Key Factors That Influence General Internist Salaries

A General Internist'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 General Internist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General Internist'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): $253,164
Early Career (1-2 years): $254,347
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $255,530
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $257,186
Expert (over 8 years): $261,572

Levels	Salary
Entry Level General Internist	$253,164
Intermediate Level General Internist	$254,347
Senior Level General Internist	$255,530
Specialist Level General Internist	$257,186
Expert Level General Internist	$261,572

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How Do General Internist 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 General Internists. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $285,981.
California: $284,896.
Massachusetts: $281,099.

District of Columbia $285,981 California $284,896 Massachusetts $281,099 Washington $280,066 New Jersey $279,963 Alaska $279,601 Connecticut $276,037 New York $274,590

Hawaii $269,967 Rhode Island $267,797 Maryland $266,325 Minnesota $264,310 Colorado $263,535 Illinois $263,277 Oregon $262,296 Delaware $261,572

New Hampshire $261,118 Virginia $260,100 Pennsylvania $257,130 Nevada $255,632 North Dakota $255,141 Michigan $254,366 Wisconsin $254,082 Vermont $253,514

Texas $251,938 Maine $251,835 Arizona $251,680 Ohio $251,499 Georgia $249,123 Indiana $247,934 Wyoming $247,702 Utah $247,340

Iowa $247,185 Kansas $245,946 Louisiana $245,584 North Carolina $245,455 Missouri $245,403 Florida $244,396 Montana $243,853 Nebraska $243,337

Kentucky $243,053 South Carolina $242,020 Tennessee $241,374 Idaho $241,116 New Mexico $239,230 Oklahoma $238,817 Alabama $237,293 South Dakota $234,736

Arkansas $233,341 West Virginia $232,592 Mississippi $230,345

Top Paying Cities for General Internists

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: $270,716
Little Creek: $268,210
Magnolia: $269,321

Lincoln, DE $270,716 Little Creek, DE $268,210 Magnolia, DE $269,321 Milford, DE $270,716 Marydel, DE $267,203 Millsboro, DE $270,716 Millville, DE $272,524 Milton, DE $270,716

Nassau, DE $270,716 Ocean View, DE $272,524 Rehoboth Beach, DE $272,524 Seaford, DE $267,875 Selbyville, DE $272,524 Smyrna, DE $266,893 Viola, DE $269,321 Woodside, DE $268,546

Bear, DE $264,930 Newark, DE $265,033 Claymont, DE $265,240 Delaware City, DE $265,033 Hockessin, DE $265,240 Kirkwood, DE $265,033 Middletown, DE $266,351 Montchanin, DE $265,240

New Castle, DE $265,240 Odessa, DE $266,712 Port Penn, DE $264,310 Rockland, DE $265,240 Saint Georges, DE $265,033 Townsend, DE $266,325 Winterthur, DE $265,240 Lewes, DE $270,716

Wilmington, DE $265,240 Dover, DE $268,081 Dover Afb, DE $268,701 Bethany Beach, DE $272,524 Bethel, DE $267,875 Bridgeville, DE $270,716 Camden Wyoming, DE $268,365 Cheswold, DE $267,461

Clayton, DE $266,790 Dagsboro, DE $272,524 Delmar, DE $267,875 Ellendale, DE $270,716 Felton, DE $270,716 Fenwick Island, DE $272,524 Frankford, DE $272,524 Frederica, DE $270,716

Georgetown, DE $270,716 Greenwood, DE $270,716 Harbeson, DE $270,716 Harrington, DE $270,716 Hartly, DE $266,661 Houston, DE $270,716 Kenton, DE $266,790 Laurel, DE $267,875

Yorklyn, DE $265,240

General Internist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Internist'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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$245,120

Average $261,572/year

$289,043

$20,427

Average $21,798/month

$24,087

$4,714

Average $5,030/week

$5,559

$118

Average $126/hour

$139

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$289,043	$24,087	$5,559	$139
Average	$261,572	$21,798	$5,030	$126
25th Percentile	$245,120	$20,427	$4,714	$118

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