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Source: SalaryDr salary data for in Rhode Island (N=11 verified submissions, updated July 10, 2026, data as of 2026-07-10). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
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MEDIAN TOTAL COMP
$299,000
AVERAGE BASE
$299,000
AVG BONUS / INCENTIVE
$39,000
71% received
AVG WORKLOAD
52
hrs/wkMedical Insurance · Dental Insurance · Retirement Plan (401k or similar) · Paid Holidays · Paid Vacation · Paid Sick Leave · Paid Continuing Education
Time Allocation
Dental Insurance · Medical Insurance · Vision Insurance · Retirement Plan (401k or similar) · Paid Continuing Education · Paid Parental/Adoption Leave · Paid Sick Leave
Most wanted: “401 match ”
Time Allocation
What could be improved
“Guaranteed post-call day off. Currently do not have a system in place to guarantee the call doc from the day before is not needed clinically. ”
Work-life balance
“Monday through Friday, 7:30 case starts to ORs coming down around 3:30-4pm. We take 24 hour call about once a month, incentivized late shifts about once a week, and overnight call about once every 10 or so days. ”
Medical Insurance · Dental Insurance · Retirement Plan (401k or similar) · Vision Insurance · Paid Holidays · Paid Vacation · Paid Continuing Education
Most wanted: “Paid paternity leave. ”
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Data-driven answers for Rhode Island
The median physician salary is $299,000 in 2026 in Rhode Island, based on 0+ verified salary submissions on SalaryDr. The average physician salary is $328,750, with compensation varying significantly based on specialty, location, experience, and practice setting.
The median base salary for physicians in Rhode Island is $299,000, with median bonuses and incentives adding $39,000. Total compensation ($299,000 median) includes base salary, productivity bonuses, signing bonuses, call pay, and other incentives.
Physicians in Rhode Island work an average of 52 hours per week, based on 0+ verified submissions. This includes clinical hours, administrative duties, charting, and call responsibilities. Work hours vary significantly by specialty and practice setting.
Physicians in Rhode Island report 74% satisfaction with their careers, and 82% would choose their specialty again. Satisfaction varies by practice setting, work-life balance, and compensation relative to workload.
The highest paid medical specialties in 2026 are Orthopedic Surgery ($650,000+ median), Plastic Surgery ($620,000+), Cardiology (Interventional) ($600,000+), Gastroenterology ($550,000+), and Urology ($500,000+). Surgical subspecialties and procedural specialties consistently top the compensation rankings.
Private practice physicians typically earn 15-30% more than hospital-employed counterparts, though with greater income variability and business risk. Based on SalaryDr data, practice owners and partners often reach the top 10% of earners in their specialty. However, employed positions offer more predictable income, benefits, and less administrative burden.
New physicians starting their careers earn $250,000-$350,000 in their first year, depending on specialty and location. Many employers offer signing bonuses of $20,000-$50,000+, relocation assistance, and loan repayment programs. Salaries increase significantly within the first 3-5 years of practice.
1099/locums physicians earn higher gross pay (often 20-40% more per day) but must pay self-employment tax, purchase their own benefits, and manage malpractice tail coverage. W-2 employees receive lower gross pay but benefit from employer-paid taxes, health insurance, retirement matching, and PTO. The net advantage depends on individual circumstances and hours worked.
A competitive RVU rate depends on specialty, with most physicians earning $45-$65 per work RVU (wRVU). Primary care typically sees $50-$60/wRVU, while surgical specialties may see $35-$55/wRVU with higher volume. The total RVU value includes your base guarantee, so compare total compensation per wRVU rather than bonus rate alone.
A physician earning $299,000 gross typically takes home $185,380-$215,280 after federal taxes, state taxes (varies 0-13%), and deductions. High-income strategies like maximizing 401(k), HSA, backdoor Roth IRA, and practice-specific deductions can improve take-home significantly.
SalaryDr salary data comes from 0+ anonymous submissions from verified physicians across the United States. Each submission includes total compensation, base salary, bonuses, specialty, location, practice setting, and years of experience. Data is updated in real-time and outliers are handled statistically to ensure accuracy.
Yes. Most physicians leave $20,000–$50,000 on the table by accepting their initial offer. Based on SalaryDr data from 0+ salary submissions, physicians who negotiate earn 15–20% more in total compensation. Employers expect negotiation — hospitals have trained professionals negotiating every contract. Having real compensation data and a benchmark-anchored counter-offer plan gives you the leverage to secure what you’re actually worth.
Start by comparing your offer to real compensation data on SalaryDr — the median physician salary is $299,000 based on 0+ verified submissions, but this varies dramatically by specialty, location, and practice setting. Key metrics to benchmark include base salary, RVU rates, signing bonus, call pay, and benefits. For a comprehensive assessment, a benchmark-anchored counter-offer bundle pinpoints exactly where your offer falls relative to market and which specific terms to push.
Nearly every component of a physician employment contract is negotiable, not just base salary. Key negotiable terms include base salary guarantees, RVU rates and thresholds, signing bonuses ($20K–$100K+), relocation packages, CME allowances, call pay and frequency, partnership track and timeline, tail coverage for malpractice, loan repayment assistance, non-compete clauses (radius and duration), PTO and sabbatical, and early termination terms. Many physicians focus only on base salary, but the total package difference from negotiating comprehensively can exceed $100,000 in value.
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Data-driven answers for Rhode Island
The median physician salary is $299,000 in 2026 in Rhode Island, based on 0+ verified salary submissions on SalaryDr. The average physician salary is $328,750, with compensation varying significantly based on specialty, location, experience, and practice setting.
The median base salary for physicians in Rhode Island is $299,000, with median bonuses and incentives adding $39,000. Total compensation ($299,000 median) includes base salary, productivity bonuses, signing bonuses, call pay, and other incentives.
Physicians in Rhode Island work an average of 52 hours per week, based on 0+ verified submissions. This includes clinical hours, administrative duties, charting, and call responsibilities. Work hours vary significantly by specialty and practice setting.
Physicians in Rhode Island report 74% satisfaction with their careers, and 82% would choose their specialty again. Satisfaction varies by practice setting, work-life balance, and compensation relative to workload.
The highest paid medical specialties in 2026 are Orthopedic Surgery ($650,000+ median), Plastic Surgery ($620,000+), Cardiology (Interventional) ($600,000+), Gastroenterology ($550,000+), and Urology ($500,000+). Surgical subspecialties and procedural specialties consistently top the compensation rankings.
Private practice physicians typically earn 15-30% more than hospital-employed counterparts, though with greater income variability and business risk. Based on SalaryDr data, practice owners and partners often reach the top 10% of earners in their specialty. However, employed positions offer more predictable income, benefits, and less administrative burden.
New physicians starting their careers earn $250,000-$350,000 in their first year, depending on specialty and location. Many employers offer signing bonuses of $20,000-$50,000+, relocation assistance, and loan repayment programs. Salaries increase significantly within the first 3-5 years of practice.
1099/locums physicians earn higher gross pay (often 20-40% more per day) but must pay self-employment tax, purchase their own benefits, and manage malpractice tail coverage. W-2 employees receive lower gross pay but benefit from employer-paid taxes, health insurance, retirement matching, and PTO. The net advantage depends on individual circumstances and hours worked.
A competitive RVU rate depends on specialty, with most physicians earning $45-$65 per work RVU (wRVU). Primary care typically sees $50-$60/wRVU, while surgical specialties may see $35-$55/wRVU with higher volume. The total RVU value includes your base guarantee, so compare total compensation per wRVU rather than bonus rate alone.
A physician earning $299,000 gross typically takes home $185,380-$215,280 after federal taxes, state taxes (varies 0-13%), and deductions. High-income strategies like maximizing 401(k), HSA, backdoor Roth IRA, and practice-specific deductions can improve take-home significantly.
SalaryDr salary data comes from 0+ anonymous submissions from verified physicians across the United States. Each submission includes total compensation, base salary, bonuses, specialty, location, practice setting, and years of experience. Data is updated in real-time and outliers are handled statistically to ensure accuracy.
Yes. Most physicians leave $20,000–$50,000 on the table by accepting their initial offer. Based on SalaryDr data from 0+ salary submissions, physicians who negotiate earn 15–20% more in total compensation. Employers expect negotiation — hospitals have trained professionals negotiating every contract. Having real compensation data and a benchmark-anchored counter-offer plan gives you the leverage to secure what you’re actually worth.
Start by comparing your offer to real compensation data on SalaryDr — the median physician salary is $299,000 based on 0+ verified submissions, but this varies dramatically by specialty, location, and practice setting. Key metrics to benchmark include base salary, RVU rates, signing bonus, call pay, and benefits. For a comprehensive assessment, a benchmark-anchored counter-offer bundle pinpoints exactly where your offer falls relative to market and which specific terms to push.
Nearly every component of a physician employment contract is negotiable, not just base salary. Key negotiable terms include base salary guarantees, RVU rates and thresholds, signing bonuses ($20K–$100K+), relocation packages, CME allowances, call pay and frequency, partnership track and timeline, tail coverage for malpractice, loan repayment assistance, non-compete clauses (radius and duration), PTO and sabbatical, and early termination terms. Many physicians focus only on base salary, but the total package difference from negotiating comprehensively can exceed $100,000 in value.
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