Source: SalaryDr Pediatrics Residency Salary Data (2026). Median: $73,902/year. Sample: 37 approved salary reports. URL: https://www.salarydr.com/residency-salary/pediatrics
Pediatrics Residency Salary (2026)
The median pediatrics resident salary is $73,902 per year, based on 37 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. After training, pediatrics attendings earn a median of $270,000 — a 3.7x increase.
Source: SalaryDr self-reported data • Updated Nov 2026
Pediatrics Resident Salary by PGY Year
How pediatrics resident compensation changes by postgraduate year level.
| PGY Level | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | $72,000 | 25 |
| PGY-2 | $80,000 | 9 |
Pediatrics Residency Stipends & Benefits
Median annual stipends reported by pediatrics residents, in addition to base salary.
Pediatrics: Resident vs. Attending Salary
The salary jump from residency to attending is the largest increase in a physician’s career.
Pediatrics Resident Salary by State
Top-paying states for pediatrics residents based on approved salary reports.
| State | Median Salary | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $80,000 | 5 |
| New York | $80,000 | 7 |
Pediatrics Residency Training
Training Length
3 years
Salary Progression
Resident salary increases ~$2,000–$3,000 per PGY year. After completing training, attending pediatrics physicians earn a median of $270,000.
Frequently Asked Questions: Pediatrics Residency Salary
How much do pediatrics residents make in 2026?
Pediatrics residents earn a median salary of $73,902 per year based on 37 approved salary reports on SalaryDr. The middle 80% report between $61,177 and $84,000, depending on PGY level and location.
How long is pediatrics residency?
Pediatrics residency training is 3 years. Salary increases with each year of training, typically by $2,000–$3,000 per PGY level.
How much more do pediatrics attendings make compared to residents?
Pediatrics attending physicians earn a median of $270,000, which is 3.7x more than the median resident salary of $73,902. This gap represents the largest salary jump in a physician's career.
Are pediatrics residents satisfied with their specialty choice?
Pediatrics residents rate their career satisfaction at 3.8/5.0 on average. 91% say they would choose pediatrics again if given the choice. They work an average of 62 hours per week.
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