Source: SalaryDr satisfaction data for Family Medicine (N=146 verified submissions, updated September 22, 2026, data as of 2026-09-22). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
76% of family medicine physicians would choose their specialty again, with an average satisfaction of 3.6/5 and median salary of $310,000, based on 146 verified physician submissions on SalaryDr.
$310,000
$326,574
$275,000
$350,000
Based on 146 physician responses (1 = very dissatisfied, 5 = very satisfied)
108 of 142 respondents would choose family medicine again
Based on 146 physician responses (bar scaled to 80 hrs/week)
Anonymized responses from family medicine physicians about their career and work-life balance.
“Bonuses based on productivity. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Family Medicine Physician
“Just go into it knowing you can work as hard or as little as you want but at the end of the day, the higher the volume the more you are paid”
On career & specialty — Verified Family Medicine Physician
“At this time, I don’t see any areas needing improvement in my current role. Very happy. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Family Medicine Physician
“I wish I had admin time, benefits, and paid time off.”
On career & specialty — Verified Family Medicine Physician
“The variety and my long term relationship with patients ”
On career & specialty — Verified Family Medicine Physician
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