Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, aged to 2026 using compounded market movement. State selections show BLS state-level figures where published. Actual pay varies with experience, industry, and organization size.
General Internal Medicine Physician salary by state
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Typical entry preparation: Post-Doctoral Training and 5 or more years of related work experience, per O*NET occupational data. Advancement typically requires additional years in role.
Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
Treat internal disorders, such as hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, or problems of the lung, brain, kidney, or gastrointestinal tract.
Prescribe or administer medication, therapy, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
Manage and treat common health problems, such as infections, influenza or pneumonia, as well as serious, chronic, and complex illnesses, in adolescents, adults, and the elderly.
Provide and manage long-term, comprehensive medical care, including diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases, for adult patients in an office or hospital.
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General Internal Medicine Physician pay by experience level
Entry level$76,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$129,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$265,500
Mid-career median pay
Senior$388,000
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$492,000
Highest earners (about the 90th percentile)
Experience tiers are derived from the BLS wage percentile distribution for this occupation, aged to 2026. Actual pay varies by employer, location, and specialization.
Job outlook
+3.3%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
2,100
projected openings per year
Growing about as fast as average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
General Internal Medicine Physician salary by industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
39,780 workers
$287,000
Offices of Physicians
36,340 workers
$288,000
Hospitals
19,690 workers
$236,000
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
18,770 workers
$233,500
Hospitals, Privately Owned
16,370 workers
$245,500
Educational Services
6,710 workers
$339,000
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
6,660 workers
$341,000
Educational Services, Privately Owned
4,570 workers
$404,000
Outpatient Care Centers
3,010 workers
$281,500
Hospitals, Local Government Owned
2,600 workers
$209,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
Typical duties and FLSA status
Core duties
Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
Treat internal disorders, such as hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, or problems of the lung, brain, kidney, or gastrointestinal tract.
Prescribe or administer medication, therapy, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
Manage and treat common health problems, such as infections, influenza or pneumonia, as well as serious, chronic, and complex illnesses, in adolescents, adults, and the elderly.
Provide and manage long-term, comprehensive medical care, including diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of diseases, for adult patients in an office or hospital.
FLSA classification (typical)
Typically Exempt · Professional, Administrative, or Executive exemption
Occupations in this SOC group are typically classified as Exempt when paid above the salary threshold, provided they satisfy the duties test for one of the FLSA exemption categories. Actual classification depends on the specific job duties, salary basis, and any applicable state or local rules. The current federal salary threshold for exemption is $684 per week ($35,568 per year), per the 2020 Department of Labor rule; the 2024 rule that would have raised the threshold was struck down by federal court in November 2024.
How this role compares
General Internal Medicine Physician pays 71% above the average across 91 roles in the Healthcare Practitioners and Technical job family (family average $162,000).
Similar-paying roles in Healthcare Practitioners and Technical
Related occupations from O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a General Internal Medicine Physician make?
The average base salary for a General Internal Medicine Physician in the United States is $276,500 per year, or about $132.93 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $129,000 and $388,000 per year (25th to 75th percentile) depending on experience, location, industry, and organization size.
How does this compare with other Healthcare Practitioners and Technical roles?
The Healthcare Practitioners and Technical job family averages $162,000 across 91 roles tracked by WePayFairly.
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