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Pediatrician Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Pediatrician in California.

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Demand: +19% (High Demand)
$281,250
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $135.21/hr
📊 80% Range: $206,250 – $387,500
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $206,250
25th % Junior $243,750
50th % Median $281,250
75th % Senior $334,375
90th % Top 10% $387,500
Base Annual Salary $281,250
Target Annual Bonus $33,750
Annual Stock / Equity $61,875
Total Compensation (TC) $376,875
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Verified Pediatrician Openings in California

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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Pediatrician

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Pediatrician

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$206,250
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Pediatrician

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$281,250
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Pediatrician

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$334,375
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$387,500

Pediatrician Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$310,500

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$306,000

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$301,500

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$288,000

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$288,000

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$288,000

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$281,250

California

COL Index: 142%
$281,250

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Pediatrician leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+19% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Pediatrician make in California?

The median annual salary for a Pediatrician in California is $281,250, with entry-level professionals earning around $206,250 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $387,500.

What is the average hourly rate for a Pediatrician in California?

On average, a Pediatrician in California makes approximately $135.21 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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