Obstetricians and Gynecologists Salary in the United States
The median annual wage for obstetricians and gynecologists in the U.S. is $292,910 ($140.82 per hour), according to the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program, May 2025 estimates.
- Median annual wage
- $292,910
- Mean annual wage
- $279,040
- Median hourly wage
- $140.82
- Employment
- 21,260
21,260 employed
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $94,680 | $45.52 |
| 25th percentile | $179,810 | $86.45 |
| Median (50th) | $292,910 | $140.82 |
| 75th percentile | $369,390 | $177.59 |
| 90th percentile | $437,300 | $210.24 |
Highest-paying states for obstetricians and gynecologists
| State | Median annual wage | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | $437,170 | 200 |
| Alaska | $421,450 | 50 |
| Vermont | $418,760 | 90 |
| North Dakota | $414,060 | 70 |
| Louisiana | $404,550 | 80 |
| Oregon | $395,340 | 270 |
| Maine | $379,930 | 100 |
| Oklahoma | $370,260 | 60 |
| Arizona | $369,720 | 130 |
| Iowa | $356,020 | 180 |
Lowest-paying states
- North Carolina: $134,540 median annual wage
- Rhode Island: $166,390 median annual wage
- Ohio: $181,520 median annual wage
- Connecticut: $200,580 median annual wage
- Illinois: $208,000 median annual wage
About this occupation
Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.
Typical tasks
- Refer patient to medical specialist or other practitioner when necessary.
- Plan, implement, or administer health programs in hospitals, businesses, or communities for prevention and treatment of injuries or illnesses.
- Prescribe or administer therapy, medication, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury.
- Conduct research to develop or test medications, treatments, or procedures to prevent or control disease or injury.
- Advise patients and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.
- Direct and coordinate activities of nurses, students, assistants, specialists, therapists, and other medical staff.
Education of the current workforce — typical entry: Doctoral or professional degree
| Education level | Share of workers |
|---|---|
| Doctoral or professional degree | 100.0% |
Occupation profile data from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor.
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About this data
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics — data period May 2025, retrieved August 13, 2026.
- CareerOneStop Occupation Profiles — data period 2026-08, retrieved August 14, 2026.
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