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

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

How does experience change A General Physician's salary?

A General Physician's salary grows with experience: starting around $236,332 for beginners, reaching about $238,505 at mid-level, and approach $244,053 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a General Physician?

General Physician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Physician roles are District of Columbia $266,827, California $265,815, Massachusetts $262,273. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Physician roles make?

Salaries for General Physician level roles vary by specialization: Physician - Endocrinology: $269,493; Physician General Practitioner: $245,490; Physician/Doctor - General Practice: $245,490; Physician - Generalist: $245,470; Physician - Family Practice: $245,470.

General Physician Salary in Delaware

How much does a General Physician make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Physician in Delaware is $244,054 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $117.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $292,234
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $228,945 to $269,273
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $215,190

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General Physician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$269,273	$22,439	$5,178	$129
Average	$244,054	$20,338	$4,693	$117
25th Percentile	$228,945	$19,079	$4,403	$110

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Key Factors That Influence General Physician Salaries

A General 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 General Physician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General 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): $236,332
Early Career (1-2 years): $237,419
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $238,505
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $240,026
Expert (over 8 years): $244,053

Levels	Salary
Entry Level General Physician	$236,332
Intermediate Level General Physician	$237,419
Senior Level General Physician	$238,505
Specialist Level General Physician	$240,026
Expert Level General Physician	$244,053

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

District of Columbia: $266,827.
California: $265,815.
Massachusetts: $262,273.

District of Columbia $266,827 California $265,815 Massachusetts $262,273 Washington $261,309 New Jersey $261,212 Alaska $260,875 Connecticut $257,549 New York $256,200

Hawaii $251,886 Rhode Island $249,862 Maryland $248,488 Minnesota $246,608 Colorado $245,885 Illinois $245,644 Oregon $244,728 Delaware $244,054

New Hampshire $243,629 Virginia $242,680 Pennsylvania $239,909 Nevada $238,511 North Dakota $238,053 Michigan $237,330 Wisconsin $237,065 Vermont $236,535

Texas $235,065 Maine $234,968 Arizona $234,824 Ohio $234,655 Georgia $232,438 Indiana $231,329 Wyoming $231,112 Utah $230,775

Iowa $230,630 Kansas $229,474 Louisiana $229,136 North Carolina $229,016 Missouri $228,967 Florida $228,028 Montana $227,521 Nebraska $227,040

Kentucky $226,774 South Carolina $225,810 Tennessee $225,208 Idaho $224,967 New Mexico $223,208 Oklahoma $222,822 Alabama $221,400 South Dakota $219,014

Arkansas $217,713 West Virginia $217,014 Mississippi $214,918

Top Paying Cities for General 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: $242,955
Little Creek: $244,733
Magnolia: $244,381

Lincoln, DE $242,955 Little Creek, DE $244,733 Magnolia, DE $244,381 Milford, DE $243,572 Marydel, DE $243,972 Millsboro, DE $241,935 Millville, DE $242,309 Milton, DE $242,728

Nassau, DE $242,904 Ocean View, DE $242,268 Rehoboth Beach, DE $242,733 Seaford, DE $242,870 Selbyville, DE $241,865 Smyrna, DE $244,902 Viola, DE $243,774 Woodside, DE $244,430

Bear, DE $243,866 Newark, DE $243,774 Claymont, DE $244,273 Delaware City, DE $244,017 Hockessin, DE $243,752 Kirkwood, DE $243,972 Middletown, DE $244,066 Montchanin, DE $243,808

New Castle, DE $243,844 Odessa, DE $244,186 Port Penn, DE $244,350 Rockland, DE $243,832 Saint Georges, DE $243,989 Townsend, DE $244,364 Winterthur, DE $243,861 Lewes, DE $242,822

Wilmington, DE $243,764 Dover, DE $244,733 Dover Afb, DE $243,444 Bethany Beach, DE $242,012 Bethel, DE $242,263 Bridgeville, DE $242,834 Camden Wyoming, DE $244,044 Cheswold, DE $244,654

Clayton, DE $244,661 Dagsboro, DE $241,844 Delmar, DE $241,456 Ellendale, DE $242,188 Felton, DE $243,552 Fenwick Island, DE $241,897 Frankford, DE $241,475 Frederica, DE $243,793

Georgetown, DE $241,752 Greenwood, DE $242,873 Harbeson, DE $242,010 Harrington, DE $243,244 Hartly, DE $244,001 Houston, DE $242,897 Kenton, DE $244,673 Laurel, DE $241,608

Yorklyn, DE $243,825

General Physician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Physician 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, General Physician positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view General Physician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a General Physician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$366,080	$176.0	50%
Biotechnology	$292,864	$141.0	20%

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

Understanding how a General 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.

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$228,945

Average $244,054/year

$269,273

$19,079

Average $20,338/month

$22,439

$4,403

Average $4,693/week

$5,178

$110

Average $117/hour

$129

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$269,273	$22,439	$5,178	$129
Average	$244,054	$20,338	$4,693	$117
25th Percentile	$228,945	$19,079	$4,403	$110

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