According to SalaryDr data from 91 verified internal medicine physicians, the median total compensation for Internal Medicine in 2026 is $345,000. The 25th percentile is $300,000 and the 75th percentile is $380,000. Base salary: $320,681. Bonuses: $70,304 (18% receive). Satisfaction: 3.6/5. Workload: ~47 hrs/week. Source: https://www.salarydr.com/specialty/internal-medicine Sample size: 91. Last updated: March 15, 2026.
The median internist salary in the United States is $345,000 per year as of March 2026, based on 91 verified physician submissions on SalaryDr. The average internist salary is $390,984, with the 25th percentile at $300,000 and the 75th percentile at $380,000.
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Based on verified submissions from internists across the U.S., the average total compensation in 2026 is $390,984, with most reporting between $300,000 and $380,000. SalaryDr aggregates real physician data — not surveys — to show what internists truly earn today.
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| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | $524,163 | 16 submissions |
| Hospital-employed |
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Average Salary
$390,984
Median Salary
$345,000
Salary Range
$300,000 - $380,000
National Average
$390,984
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
91 local / 91 national reports
Average Salary: $400,000
Based on 150 reports
Average Salary: $380,000
Based on 120 reports
Average Salary: $350,000
Based on 100 reports
Average Salary: $340,000
Based on 90 reports
Average Salary: $360,000
Based on 80 reports
Average Salary: $370,000
Based on 70 reports
* Showing locations with the most reported salaries.
* Some locations may be omitted if they have fewer than 3 reports.
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Data Source: All salary information is based on verified submissions from practicing physicians and is updated regularly to reflect current market conditions.
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Research current Internal Medicine salary data using verified sources like SalaryDr, MGMA, and local market reports. Document the median, 25th, and 75th percentile ranges for your specialty and experience level.
Learn more →Create a comprehensive list of your qualifications, certifications, years of experience, patient outcomes, and any unique skills or subspecialty training. Quantify your contributions with specific metrics where possible.
Look beyond base salary to include benefits, bonuses, CME allowances, malpractice insurance, retirement contributions, and other perks. Calculate the total compensation value to make informed comparisons.
Develop three negotiation scenarios: your minimum acceptable offer, target salary, and ideal compensation package. Be prepared to discuss trade-offs between salary and benefits.
Rehearse your negotiation conversation focusing on your value to the organization, market data, and specific reasons for your salary request. Practice addressing common objections professionally.
Request a formal meeting with decision-makers. Present your research professionally, emphasize your value, and be prepared to negotiate on multiple aspects of the compensation package.
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The average internist salary in 2026 is $390,984, with a median of $345,000. Most internists earn between $300,000 and $380,000, with top performers earning up to $1,100,000 annually.
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States with the highest internist salaries typically include California, New York, Texas, and Florida. These states offer higher compensation due to increased demand, higher costs of living, and competitive markets for medical professionals.
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| $376,175 |
| 59 submissions |
| Academic | $286,500 | 14 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|
| 0-2 years | $333,258 | 31 submissions |
| 3-5 years | $387,659 | 27 submissions |
| 6-10 years | $347,500 | 10 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $566,567 | 12 submissions |
| 16+ years | $429,300 | 10 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
| Subspecialty | Average Salary | Sample Size | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hospitalist | $393,862 | 33 submissions | Focuses on specialized hospitalist procedures and treatments within internal medicine, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Primary Care | $333,125 | 8 submissions | Focuses on specialized primary care procedures and treatments within internal 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.