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Source: SalaryDr salary data for Internal Medicine in Colorado (Hospital Employed) (N=5 verified submissions, updated February 12, 2026, data as of 2026-02-12). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Last updated: February 12, 2026 | Based on 5 verified submissions

Internal Medicine Salary in Colorado - Hospital Employed

Real compensation data for internal medicine physicians working in hospital employed settings in Colorado.

$445,000
Median Salary
$521,200
Average
5
Responses
48
Hours/Week

Median

$445,000

Average

$521,200

25th

$421,000

75th

$690,000

Based on 5 physician salaries

Salary Distribution

$421,000 – $690,000
25th
$421,000
Median
$445,000
75th
$690,000
Avg
Middle 50% earn
$421,000 – $690,000
Median salary
$445,000
Average salary
$521,200

Salary Range

Minimum$421,000
Maximum$690,000

Percentiles

25th$421,000
75th$690,000

Breakdown

Monthly$37,083
Hourly$214

How This Compares

vs. All Internal Medicine in ColoradoView →
This setting: $445,000
All settings: $445,000(0%)
vs. All Hospital Employed nationwideView →
Colorado: $445,000
National: $350,000(27%)
vs. All Internal Medicine nationwideView →
Hospital Employed in Colorado: $445,000
All Internal Medicine: $350,000(27%)

Salary Range

25th Percentile:$421,000
75th Percentile:$690,000
Range:$360,000 - $690,000
Hourly Rate:$211/hr

Work-Life Balance Insights

Real insights from Internal Medicine physicians in Hospital Employed settings in Colorado:

"Work 12 hr shifts 7 on 7 off "
— Internal Medicine Physician, Hospital Employed
"7 on 7 off. 12 hour shifts. One week of paid time off equating to 3 consecutive weeks off."
— Internal Medicine Physician, Hospital Employed

Internal Medicine Salaries by City in Colorado

Explore city-level salary data for Internal Medicine physicians in Colorado. Note: City pages show all practice settings combined.

Denver2Colorado Springs1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Internal Medicine salary for Hospital Employed in Colorado?

The average Internal Medicine salary for Hospital Employed settings in Colorado is $521,200, with a median of $445,000. This is based on 5 verified submissions.

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

Hospital Employed physicians in Colorado earn a median of $445,000, compared to $445,000 for all Internal Medicine physicians in Colorado. This represents a 0% lower salary than the state average.

What factors influence salary in Hospital Employed settings?

Key factors include years of experience (2 years average in this data), geographic location within Colorado, subspecialty training, and individual productivity metrics. Hospital Employed settings typically focus on stable compensation packages.

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

Hospital Employed Internal Medicine physicians in Colorado earn a median of $445,000, compared to $350,000 nationally for Hospital Employed settings. This is 27% above the national average for Hospital Employed settings.

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

Hospital Employed Internal Medicine physicians in Colorado work an average of 48 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 Internal Medicine physicians work in Hospital Employed settings in Colorado?

Based on our database, we have 5 verified submissions from Internal Medicine physicians in Hospital Employed settings in Colorado. This represents approximately 100% of all Internal Medicine submissions from Colorado.

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Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$521,200

Median Salary

$445,000

Salary Range

$421,000 - $690,000

National Comparison

National Average

$378,585

Difference

+38% vs National Average

Sample Size

5 local / 57 national reports

Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 5 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $445,000

Physician Satisfaction in Internal Medicine

Satisfaction Rating

4.2/5

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

Would Choose Again

80%

Percentage of Internal 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 by Experience Level

0-2 years
Average Salary
$600,333
Sample Size
3 submissions
3-5 years
Average Salary
$402,500
Sample Size
2 submissions
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
0-2 years$600,3333 submissions
3-5 years$402,5002 submissions

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

Take-Home Pay Calculator

Total Salary
$445,000
Federal Income Tax
-$126,124
State Income Tax
-$20,604
FICA Tax
-$19,111
Take-Home Pay
$279,162
Monthly
$23,264
Taxes (37.3%)
Take-Home (62.7%)
Based on single filing status in Colorado. Results may vary.