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Source: SalaryDr salary data for Emergency Medicine in California (Hospital Employed) (N=11 verified submissions, updated February 12, 2026, data as of 2026-02-12). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Last updated: February 12, 2026 | Based on 11 verified submissions

Emergency Medicine Salary in California - Hospital Employed

Real compensation data for emergency medicine physicians working in hospital employed settings in California.

$430,000
Median Salary
$414,091
Average
11
Responses
36
Hours/Week

Median

$430,000

Average

$414,091

25th

$390,000

75th

$430,000

Based on 11 physician salaries

Salary Distribution

$390,000 – $445,000
25th
$390,000
Median/75th
$430,000
Avg
Middle 50% earn
$390,000 – $430,000
Median salary
$430,000
Average salary
$414,091

Salary Range

Minimum$390,000
Maximum$445,000

Percentiles

25th$390,000
75th$430,000

Breakdown

Monthly$35,833
Hourly$207

How This Compares

vs. All Emergency Medicine in CaliforniaView →
This setting: $430,000
All settings: $430,000(0%)
vs. All Hospital Employed nationwideView →
California: $430,000
National: $390,000(10%)
vs. All Emergency Medicine nationwideView →
Hospital Employed in California: $430,000
All Emergency Medicine: $400,000(8%)

Salary Range

25th Percentile:$390,000
75th Percentile:$430,000
Range:$340,000 - $445,000
Hourly Rate:$219/hr

Call Schedule Insights

Based on 11 responses, Hospital Employed Emergency Medicine physicians in California report the following call schedule patterns:

Average work week: 36 hours

Call schedules vary by practice type within Hospital Employed settings. Hospital-employed positions typically have more structured call schedules.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Emergency Medicine salary for Hospital Employed in California?

The average Emergency Medicine salary for Hospital Employed settings in California is $414,091, with a median of $430,000. This is based on 11 verified submissions.

How does Hospital Employed compensation compare to other practice settings in California?

Hospital Employed physicians in California earn a median of $430,000, compared to $430,000 for all Emergency Medicine physicians in California. This represents a 0% lower salary than the state average.

What factors influence salary in Hospital Employed settings?

Key factors include years of experience (6 years average in this data), geographic location within California, subspecialty training, and individual productivity metrics. Hospital Employed settings typically focus on stable compensation packages.

How does Hospital Employed salary in California compare to the national average?

Hospital Employed Emergency Medicine physicians in California earn a median of $430,000, compared to $390,000 nationally for Hospital Employed settings. This is 10% above the national average for Hospital Employed settings.

What are the typical work hours for Emergency Medicine physicians in Hospital Employed settings?

Hospital Employed Emergency Medicine physicians in California work an average of 36 hours per week. Hospital-employed positions typically offer more predictable schedules.

What are the benefits of working in Hospital Employed settings?

Hospital Employed settings offer Steady salary, Comprehensive benefits, Malpractice coverage. However, physicians should also consider challenges such as Less autonomy and Lower earning potential.

How many Emergency Medicine physicians work in Hospital Employed settings in California?

Based on our database, we have 11 verified submissions from Emergency Medicine physicians in Hospital Employed settings in California. This represents approximately 79% of all Emergency Medicine submissions from California.

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Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$414,091

Median Salary

$430,000

Salary Range

$390,000 - $430,000

National Comparison

National Average

$419,710

Difference

-1% vs National Average

Sample Size

11 local / 65 national reports

Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 11 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $430,000

Physician Satisfaction in Emergency Medicine

Satisfaction Rating

3.9/5

Average satisfaction rating reported by Emergency Medicine physicians (1-5 scale).

Would Choose Again

91%

Percentage of Emergency Medicine physicians who would choose this specialty again.

Career Satisfaction

Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.

Primary Challenges

On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.

Take-Home Pay Calculator

Total Salary
$430,000
Federal Income Tax
-$120,874
State Income Tax
-$57,190
FICA Tax
-$18,758
Take-Home Pay
$233,178
Monthly
$19,432
Taxes (45.8%)
Take-Home (54.2%)
Based on single filing status in California. Results may vary.

Salary by Experience Level

3-5 years
Average Salary
$385,000
Sample Size
2 submissions
6-10 years
Average Salary
$417,500
Sample Size
8 submissions
11-15 years
Average Salary
$445,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
3-5 years$385,0002 submissions
6-10 years$417,5008 submissions
11-15 years$445,0001 submissions

* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.