SOC 29-1216 · National · May 2024 OEWS Data
The national median salary for General Internal Medicine Physicians is $236,350 per year ($113.63/hr) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2024. The middle 50% of earners make between $135,242 and $307,256 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $378,161 per year. There are approximately 66,640 general internal medicine physicians employed in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| P10 | $33.70 | $70,096 |
| P25 | $65.02 | $135,242 |
| P50MEDIAN | $113.63 | $236,350 |
| P75 | $147.72 | $307,256 |
| P90 | $181.81 | $378,161 |
Health Care openings declined 78K and hiring fell 103K in February, but the sector remains the hottest talent market. Openings rate still leads all sectors. Compensation pressure continues, though moderating from 2025 peaks.
The national median salary for General Internal Medicine Physicians is $236,350 per year ($113.63/hr) according to BLS OEWS May 2024 data. The middle 50% earn between $135,242 and $307,256 annually.
The 90th percentile salary for General Internal Medicine Physicians is $378,161 per year ($181.81/hr). The 75th percentile is $307,256 per year.
Entry-level General Internal Medicine Physicians (10th percentile) earn approximately $70,096 per year ($33.70/hr). The 25th percentile is $135,242 per year.
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