Physician (Doctor) Salary in California
Explore physician (doctor) salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$275,200
Monthly: $22,933
Biweekly: $10,585
Entry Level
$153,600
Monthly: $12,800
Biweekly: $5,908
Senior Level
$409,600
Monthly: $34,133
Biweekly: $15,754
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $153,600 | $275,200 | $409,600 |
| Monthly | $12,800 | $22,933 | $34,133 |
| Biweekly | $5,908 | $10,585 | $15,754 |
| Weekly | $2,954 | $5,292 | $7,877 |
| Hourly | $74 | $132 | $197 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$215,000
CA Median
$275,200
Difference
+$60,200
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Diagnose and treat diseases and injuries in patients.
Education
Medical degree (MD/DO); Residency required
Key Skills
Medical ExpertisePatient CareDiagnosisSurgical Skills
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