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.
Care for and treat women during prenatal, natal, and postnatal periods.
Analyze records, reports, test results, or examination information to diagnose medical condition of patient.
Perform cesarean sections or other surgical procedures as needed to preserve patients' health and deliver babies safely.
Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical histories, reports, or examination results.
Top skills:Critical ThinkingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningActive LearningWritingSpeaking
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Obstetricians and Gynecologists pay by experience level
Entry level$98,000
Typical starting pay (about the 10th percentile)
Early career$186,000
A few years in (about the 25th percentile)
Experienced$303,000
Mid-career median pay
Senior$382,500
Seasoned professionals (about the 75th percentile)
Top earners$452,500
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
+1.2%
projected change in jobs, 2024–2034
600
projected openings per year
Growing slower than average
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections program (2024–2034). Openings include growth and replacement needs.
Obstetricians and Gynecologists salary by industry
Ambulatory Health Care Services
15,290 workers
$294,000
Offices of Physicians
14,200 workers
$292,000
Hospitals
4,690 workers
$286,500
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
4,600 workers
$285,500
Hospitals, Privately Owned
4,070 workers
$295,000
Educational Services
1,110 workers
$225,000
Outpatient Care Centers
1,070 workers
$319,500
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
1,060 workers
$232,500
Educational Services, State Government Owned
720 workers
$206,000
Hospitals, Local Government Owned
410 workers
$267,500
National sector-level figures, BLS OEWS May 2025, aged to 2026.
How this role compares
Obstetricians and Gynecologists pays 78% 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
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Obstetricians and Gynecologists make?
The average base salary for a Obstetricians and Gynecologists in the United States is $289,000 per year, or about $138.94 per hour.
What is the typical salary range?
Pay typically falls between $186,000 and $382,500 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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