Pediatricians, General pay in New Jersey
In New Jersey, the median pay for pediatricians, general is $96.91 an hour ($201,560 a year). About 1,280 people work in this job there.
That is 4% lower than the U.S. median ($210,040). New Jersey ranks 31st of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for pediatricians, general in New Jersey
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $38.36 | $79,800 |
| 25% of workers | $57.64 | $119,900 |
| Half of workers (median) | $96.91 | $201,560 |
| 75% of workers | $121.38 | $252,460 |
| 90% of workers | $148.27 | $308,390 |
Pediatricians, General pay in New Jersey metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City-Hammonton | $208,430 | 30 |
| Trenton-Princeton | $152,990 | 90 |
New Jersey unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for pediatricians, general
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 2 to 4 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +1.5% over ten years, little or no change · about 1,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in New Jersey
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $159,310 |
| Physicians, All Other | $285,010 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $292,170 |
| General Internal Medicine Physicians | $89,990 |
| Psychiatrists | $194,070 |
| Obstetricians and Gynecologists | $228,870 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $315,340 |
| Physical Therapists | $112,140 |
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