Explore Pediatrician Jobs Across the U.S.
Discover top pediatric physician job opportunities in hospitals, clinics, and private practices nationwide.
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Access a wide range of pediatric positions including outpatient pediatrics, inpatient pediatrics, pediatric subspecialty roles, and more. Discover pediatrician employment opportunities that match your training, goals, and preferred practice setting.
Statistics on Pediatrics Jobs
Key insights on pediatric physician hiring trends and the current pediatrician job market.
62,023
Active Pediatricians
in the United States per the AAMC
3%
Job Growth
projected through 2034 per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
$222,340
Average Salary
for pediatricians per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
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Pediatric Physician FAQs
Answers to common questions about pediatrician employment opportunities, compensation trends, and job outlook.
Subspecialists in pediatric critical care, neonatology, and developmental-behavioral pediatrics are seeing the strongest demand nationwide, especially in hospital-employed and academic settings. General pediatricians remain highly sought after in community and rural health systems.
The job outlook for pediatricians remains steady, with the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projecting 3% growth between 2024 and 2034, comparable to the average for all physician occupations. While the overall pediatric workforce is stable, rural and underserved regions continue to face significant shortages, driving strong demand in those areas.
States with expanding populations such as Texas, Florida, and Arizona typically offer more pediatrician job opportunities.
Pediatrician compensation varies by region, and some states offer significantly higher earning potential due to workforce demand, shortages, and cost of living. Based on the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, these five states report the highest annual mean wages for pediatricians:
- Louisiana – $354,060
- Alaska – $284,210
- California – $283,620
- Mississippi – $281,750
- Iowa – $257,430
Compensation for pediatricians also varies significantly at the city level, with certain metropolitan areas offering notably higher earning potential. Based on the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the following cities report the highest annual mean wages for pediatricians:
- Vallejo, CA – $319,800
- San Francisco, CA – $319,060
- Davenport, IA (Quad Cities) – $309,520
- Des Moines, IA – $292,250
- Machester, NH – $291,180
- San Diego, CA – $290,340
- Anchorage, AK – $285,940
- Fresno, CA – $284,910
- Colorado Springs, CO – $271,810
- St. Cloud, MN – $268,840
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