Internal Medicine Salary Guide 2025
Complete compensation data for healthcare recruiters. Updated with the latest market trends and benchmarks.
Average Salary$273,000+3.8% vs 2024
Key Compensation Metrics
Median Salary
$262,00090th Percentile
$345,000Sign-On Bonus
$15,000-$45,000Demand Level
Very HighSalary Distribution
25th PercentileMedian75th Percentile90th Percentile
$235,000$262,000$305,000$345,000
Total Compensation Range: $210,000 to $360,000, including base salary, production bonuses (avg. $35,000/year), and benefits.
Top-Paying States
1California
$315,0002New York
$300,0003Texas
$285,0004Florida
$280,0005Massachusetts
$278,000Top-Paying Cities
1San Francisco, CA
$345,0002New York, NY
$330,0003Los Angeles, CA
$320,0004Boston, MA
$310,0005San Diego, CA
$305,000Factors Affecting Compensation
- Hospitalist vs outpatient
- Panel size
- Quality metrics bonuses
- Procedure skills
- Administrative roles
About Internal Medicine
Internal medicine physicians (internists) treat adult diseases. Hospitalists (inpatient internists) typically earn more than outpatient-focused internists.
Required Certifications
- ABIM Board Certification
- State Medical License
- DEA Registration
Typical Employers
- Hospital Systems
- Multispecialty Groups
- Academic Centers
- Private Practice
Work Settings
- Hospital
- Outpatient Clinic
- Long-term Care
- Telehealth
Market Outlook & Demand
Very High Demand
General internal medicine expected to be in shortest supply by 2032
Year-over-Year Change
+3.8%
Avg. Production Bonus
$35,000