Physician (General) Salary: What You Actually Take Home
National median: $230,000/year. After federal taxes (single filer), that's $169,614/year take-home — 26.3% effective rate.
Physician (General) Salary After Federal Tax by Experience Level
Take-home calculated for single filer, federal taxes only (no state income tax baseline).
| Level | Gross Salary | Take-Home / Year | Monthly | Eff. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level | $180,000 | $134,025 | $11,169 | 25.5% |
| 25th Percentile | $185,000 | $137,752 | $11,479 | 25.5% |
| MedianBLS Median | $230,000 | $169,614 | $14,134 | 26.3% |
| 75th Percentile | $310,000 | $220,800 | $18,400 | 28.8% |
| 90th Percentile | $400,000 | $277,185 | $23,099 | 30.7% |
| Senior Level | $350,000 | $245,860 | $20,488 | 29.8% |
Physician (General) Take-Home Pay by State
Salary figures adjusted for state cost of living and local market rates. Single filer.
| State | Est. Salary | Take-Home / Year | Monthly | Eff. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $282,325 | $178,122 | $14,843 | 36.9% |
| New York | $303,025 | $199,388 | $16,616 | 34.2% |
| Texas | $248,975 | $182,071 | $15,173 | 26.9% |
| Florida | $254,725 | $185,846 | $15,487 | 27.0% |
| Illinois | $251,275 | $171,143 | $14,262 | 31.9% |
About This Career
Physicians diagnose and treat illnesses, with compensation varying dramatically by specialty — primary care physicians average around $230,000 while specialists in orthopedics, cardiology, and plastic surgery regularly exceed $500,000. Medical school debt averaging $200,000 remains the primary financial trade-off.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Physician (General) salary in the US?+
The national median Physician (General) salary is $230,000 per year (BLS data). The middle 50% of earners fall between $185,000 and $310,000, while the top 10% earn over $400,000.
How much does a Physician (General) take home after taxes?+
A Physician (General) earning the median $230,000 takes home approximately $169,614 after federal taxes (single filer, assuming no state income tax). Add state taxes to get a more precise figure for your location.
Where do Physician (General)s earn the most?+
The highest-paying states for Physician (General)s are California, New York, Texas. Top cities include New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, where salaries can exceed $310,000 for experienced professionals.