Source: SalaryDr Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Salary Data (2026). Median: $70,000/year. Sample: 11 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/residency-salary/ob-gyn
Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Salary (2026)
The median ob/gyn resident salary is $70,000 per year, based on 11 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After training, obstetrics & gynecology attendings earn a median of $350,000 — a 5.0x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Obstetrics & Gynecology Resident Salary by PGY Year
How obstetrics & gynecology resident compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $70,000 | 9 |
Obstetrics & Gynecology: Resident vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from residency to attending is the largest increase in a physician’s career.
Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Training
Training Length
4 years
Salary Progression
Resident salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per PGY year. After completing training, attending obstetrics & gynecology physicians earn a median of $350,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Salary
How much do obstetrics & gynecology residents make in 2026?
Obstetrics & Gynecology residents earn a median salary of $70,000 per year based on 11 approved salary reports on SalaryDr.
How long is obstetrics & gynecology residency?
Obstetrics & Gynecology residency training is 4 years. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per PGY level.
How much more do obstetrics & gynecology attendings make compared to residents?
Obstetrics & Gynecology attending physicians earn a median of $350,000, which is 5.0x more than the median resident salary of $70,000. This gap represents the largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are obstetrics & gynecology residents satisfied with their specialty choice?
Obstetrics & Gynecology residents rate their career satisfaction at 3.6/5.0 on average. 100% say they would choose obstetrics & gynecology again if given the choice. They work an average of 68 hours per week.
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