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Source: SalaryDr salary data for Family Medicine in Alabama (N=10 verified submissions, updated March 4, 2026, data as of 2026-03-04). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Average Family Medicine physician Salary in Alabama

As of March 4, 2026, a Family Medicine physician in Alabama earns approximately $290,000 per year ($24,167 monthly). Based on an average 37-hour work week, this translates to about $158 per hour. Looking for a broader view? See the Family Medicine physician salary overview or compare nearby states below.

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10 salaries

How Much Do Family Medicine physicians Make in Alabama?

From 10 verified physician salary submissions in Alabama, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $280,000 to $290,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $360,000 annually. Compared to the national median of $290,000, Family Medicine physician salaries in Alabama are in line with the national median.

Bonuses, Hours Worked, and Job Satisfaction

In Alabama, the salary progression for family medicine physician physicians shows significant growth potential. Entry-level positions start at $288,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $311,000 - a 8% increase.

Local Practice Settings and Employers in Alabama

In Alabama, the most common work environment is Academic (80% of physicians). On average, base salary accounts for 84% of total compensation—about $252,000—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.

Cost of Living and Market Factors in Alabama

Alabama offers unique advantages for family medicine physician physicians, including competitive local markets and quality of life benefits. The cost of living in Alabama varies by region within the state.

Work-Life Balance in Alabama

Local family medicine physician physicians report 3.3/5 career satisfaction, with 70% of those surveyed saying they would choose this specialty again.

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Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 10 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $290,000

Physician Satisfaction in Family Medicine

Satisfaction Rating

3.3/5

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

Would Choose Again

70%

Percentage of Family 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.

Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$299,500

Median Salary

$290,000

Salary Range

$280,000 - $290,000

National Comparison

National Average

$299,500

Difference

+0% vs National Average

Sample Size

10 local / 10 national reports

Salary by Practice Type

Hospital-employed
Average Salary
$357,500
Sample Size
2 submissions
Academic
Average Salary
$285,000
Sample Size
8 submissions
Salary breakdown by practice type
Practice TypeAverage SalarySample Size
Hospital-employed$357,5002 submissions
Academic$285,0008 submissions

* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.

Family Medicine Salaries by Practice Setting in Alabama

Compare salary data across different practice settings for Family Medicine physicians in Alabama:

Academic
8 verified submissions
Practice settings with fewer than 3 submissions are not shown to ensure data reliability.

Salary by Experience Level

3-5 years
Average Salary
$286,667
Sample Size
6 submissions
6-10 years
Average Salary
$280,000
Sample Size
2 submissions
11-15 years
Average Salary
$357,500
Sample Size
2 submissions
Salary breakdown by years of experience
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
3-5 years$286,6676 submissions
6-10 years$280,0002 submissions
11-15 years$357,5002 submissions

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

Compare Alabama to Nearby States

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See how Family Medicine salaries in Alabama compare to neighboring states.

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Take-Home Pay Calculator

Total Salary
$290,000
Federal Income Tax
-$71,874
State Income Tax
-$14,500
FICA Tax
-$15,468
Take-Home Pay
$188,158
Monthly
$15,680
Taxes (35.1%)
Take-Home (64.9%)
Based on single filing status in Alabama. Results may vary.

Subspecialty Comparison

Sports Medicine

Average Salary
$334,643
Sample Size
14 submissions
Treats athletic injuries and conditions, focusing on arthroscopic procedures and accelerated rehabilitation protocols.

Geriatrics

Average Salary
$330,932
Sample Size
11 submissions
Focuses on specialized geriatrics procedures and treatments within family medicine, providing expert care in this specific area.
Subspecialty salary comparison
SubspecialtyAverage SalarySample SizeDescription
Sports Medicine$334,64314 submissionsTreats athletic injuries and conditions, focusing on arthroscopic procedures and accelerated rehabilitation protocols.
Geriatrics$330,93211 submissionsFocuses on specialized geriatrics procedures and treatments within family medicine, providing expert care in this specific area.

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

* Data is aggregated from verified physician submissions.

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