Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries in children. May refer patients to specialists for further diagnosis or treatment, as needed.
Pediatricians, General
SOC: 29-1221 O*NET: 29-1221.00
Median Salary
$210,130
per year
Job Growth
📉 0.8%
Slower (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
1.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries in children. May refer patients to specialists for further diagnosis or treatment, as needed.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$126,078
25th
$168,104
50th (Median)
$210,130
75th
$252,156
90th
$315,195
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:46,400
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+0.8%
Annual Openings:1,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)46,400
Current
2034 (Projected)46,800
+0.8%
+400
Employment Change
+0.8%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: More slowly than average
Key Growth Factors
Standard growth expectations for this occupation
Top Skills
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Monitoring
Monitoring
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Writing
Writing
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
Therapy and Counseling
✓
Biology
✓
Psychology
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
English Language
✓
Sociology and Anthropology
✓
Education and Training
✓
Personnel and Human Resources
✓
Mathematics
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Experience Required
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Job Training
Extensive training and work experience required