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

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

How does experience change A Medical Physician's salary?

A Medical Physician's salary grows with experience: starting around $245,882 for beginners, reaching about $248,090 at mid-level, and approach $253,787 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Medical Physician?

Medical Physician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Medical Physician roles are District of Columbia $277,470, California $276,417, Massachusetts $272,733. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Medical Physician roles make?

Salaries for Medical Physician level roles vary by specialization: Physician - Gastroenterology: $436,309; Clinical Medical Director (physician): $300,100; Physician - Endocrinology: $269,540; Physician - Hospice: $240,018; Physician Associate - Medical: $124,290.

Medical Physician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Medical Physician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Medical Physician in Delaware is $253,788 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $122.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $304,315
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $238,376 to $280,235
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $224,345

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Medical Physician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$280,235	$23,353	$5,389	$135
Average	$253,788	$21,149	$4,881	$122
25th Percentile	$238,376	$19,865	$4,584	$115

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Key Factors That Influence Medical Physician Salaries

A Medical 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 Medical Physician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Medical 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): $245,882
Early Career (1-2 years): $246,986
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $248,090
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $249,635
Expert (over 8 years): $253,787

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Medical Physician	$245,882
Intermediate Level Medical Physician	$246,986
Senior Level Medical Physician	$248,090
Specialist Level Medical Physician	$249,635
Expert Level Medical Physician	$253,787

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

District of Columbia: $277,470.
California: $276,417.
Massachusetts: $272,733.

District of Columbia $277,470 California $276,417 Massachusetts $272,733 Washington $271,731 New Jersey $271,631 Alaska $271,280 Connecticut $267,822 New York $266,418

Hawaii $261,932 Rhode Island $259,827 Maryland $258,399 Minnesota $256,444 Colorado $255,692 Illinois $255,442 Oregon $254,489 Delaware $253,788

New Hampshire $253,347 Virginia $252,359 Pennsylvania $249,477 Nevada $248,024 North Dakota $247,548 Michigan $246,796 Wisconsin $246,520 Vermont $245,969

Texas $244,440 Maine $244,340 Arizona $244,190 Ohio $244,014 Georgia $241,709 Indiana $240,556 Wyoming $240,330 Utah $239,979

Iowa $239,829 Kansas $238,626 Louisiana $238,275 North Carolina $238,150 Missouri $238,100 Florida $237,122 Montana $236,596 Nebraska $236,095

Kentucky $235,819 South Carolina $234,817 Tennessee $234,190 Idaho $233,940 New Mexico $232,110 Oklahoma $231,709 Alabama $230,231 South Dakota $227,750

Arkansas $226,397 West Virginia $225,670 Mississippi $223,490

Top Paying Cities for Medical 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: $252,645
Little Creek: $254,494
Magnolia: $254,129

Lincoln, DE $252,645 Little Creek, DE $254,494 Magnolia, DE $254,129 Milford, DE $253,286 Marydel, DE $253,702 Millsboro, DE $251,585 Millville, DE $251,973 Milton, DE $252,409

Nassau, DE $252,592 Ocean View, DE $251,931 Rehoboth Beach, DE $252,414 Seaford, DE $252,557 Selbyville, DE $251,512 Smyrna, DE $254,670 Viola, DE $253,497 Woodside, DE $254,179

Bear, DE $253,592 Newark, DE $253,497 Claymont, DE $254,016 Delaware City, DE $253,750 Hockessin, DE $253,474 Kirkwood, DE $253,702 Middletown, DE $253,800 Montchanin, DE $253,532

New Castle, DE $253,570 Odessa, DE $253,926 Port Penn, DE $254,096 Rockland, DE $253,557 Saint Georges, DE $253,720 Townsend, DE $254,111 Winterthur, DE $253,587 Lewes, DE $252,507

Wilmington, DE $253,487 Dover, DE $254,494 Dover Afb, DE $253,154 Bethany Beach, DE $251,665 Bethel, DE $251,926 Bridgeville, DE $252,520 Camden Wyoming, DE $253,778 Cheswold, DE $254,412

Clayton, DE $254,419 Dagsboro, DE $251,490 Delmar, DE $251,086 Ellendale, DE $251,848 Felton, DE $253,266 Fenwick Island, DE $251,545 Frankford, DE $251,106 Frederica, DE $253,517

Georgetown, DE $251,394 Greenwood, DE $252,560 Harbeson, DE $251,663 Harrington, DE $252,946 Hartly, DE $253,733 Houston, DE $252,585 Kenton, DE $254,432 Laurel, DE $251,244

Yorklyn, DE $253,550

Medical Physician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

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

The top paying industries for a Medical Physician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$380,682	$183.0	50%
Biotechnology	$304,545	$146.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Medical 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

$238,376

Average $253,788/year

$280,235

$19,865

Average $21,149/month

$23,353

$4,584

Average $4,881/week

$5,389

$115

Average $122/hour

$135

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$280,235	$23,353	$5,389	$135
Average	$253,788	$21,149	$4,881	$122
25th Percentile	$238,376	$19,865	$4,584	$115

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