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Source: SalaryDr salary data for Pediatrics in Georgia (Academic) (N=14 verified submissions, updated February 12, 2026, data as of 2026-02-12). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Last updated: February 12, 2026 | Based on 14 verified submissions

Pediatrics Salary in Georgia - Academic

Real compensation data for pediatricians working in academic settings in Georgia.

$275,000
Median Salary
$291,714
Average
14
Responses
43
Hours/Week

Median

$275,000

Average

$291,714

25th

$240,000

75th

$325,000

Based on 14 physician salaries

Salary Distribution

$240,000 – $367,500
25th
$240,000
Median
$275,000
75th
$325,000
Avg
Middle 50% earn
$240,000 – $325,000
Median salary
$275,000
Average salary
$291,714

Salary Range

Minimum$240,000
Maximum$454,000

Percentiles

25th$240,000
75th$325,000

Breakdown

Monthly$22,917
Hourly$132

How This Compares

vs. All Pediatrics in GeorgiaView →
This setting: $275,000
All settings: $280,000(-2%)
vs. All Academic nationwideView →
Georgia: $275,000
National: $300,000(-8%)
vs. All Pediatrics nationwideView →
Academic in Georgia: $275,000
All Pediatrics: $310,000(-11%)

Salary Range

25th Percentile:$240,000
75th Percentile:$325,000
Range:$220,000 - $454,000
Hourly Rate:$132/hr

Call Schedule Insights

Based on 13 responses, Academic Pediatrics physicians in Georgia report the following call schedule patterns:

Average work week: 43 hours

Call schedules vary by practice type within Academic settings. Academic positions may have lighter clinical call but additional responsibilities for teaching and research.

Other Practice Settings in Georgia

Compare Pediatrics salaries across different practice settings in Georgia:

Hospital Employed
5 verified submissions

Pediatrics Salaries by City in Georgia

Explore city-level salary data for Pediatrics physicians in Georgia. Note: City pages show all practice settings combined.

Atlanta1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Pediatrics salary for Academic in Georgia?

The average Pediatrics salary for Academic settings in Georgia is $291,714, with a median of $275,000. This is based on 14 verified submissions.

How does Academic compensation compare to other practice settings in Georgia?

Academic physicians in Georgia earn a median of $275,000, compared to $280,000 for all Pediatrics physicians in Georgia. This represents a -2% lower salary than the state average.

What factors influence salary in Academic settings?

Key factors include years of experience (3 years average in this data), geographic location within Georgia, subspecialty training, and individual productivity metrics. Academic settings may emphasize research and teaching contributions.

How does Academic salary in Georgia compare to the national average?

Academic Pediatrics physicians in Georgia earn a median of $275,000, compared to $300,000 nationally for Academic settings. This is -8% below the national average for Academic settings.

What are the typical work hours for Pediatrics physicians in Academic settings?

Academic Pediatrics physicians in Georgia work an average of 43 hours per week. Academic positions may include protected time for research and teaching.

What are the benefits of working in Academic settings?

Academic settings offer Teaching opportunities, Research funding, Academic prestige. However, physicians should also consider challenges such as Lower compensation and Publish or perish.

How many Pediatrics physicians work in Academic settings in Georgia?

Based on our database, we have 14 verified submissions from Pediatrics physicians in Academic settings in Georgia. This represents approximately 74% of all Pediatrics submissions from Georgia.

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Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$291,714

Median Salary

$275,000

Salary Range

$240,000 - $325,000

National Comparison

National Average

$310,647

Difference

-6% vs National Average

Sample Size

14 local / 68 national reports

Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 14 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $275,000

Physician Satisfaction in Pediatrics

Satisfaction Rating

4.7/5

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

Would Choose Again

93%

Percentage of Pediatrics 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
$275,000
Federal Income Tax
-$66,624
State Income Tax
-$15,813
FICA Tax
-$15,116
Take-Home Pay
$177,448
Monthly
$14,787
Taxes (35.5%)
Take-Home (64.5%)
Based on single filing status in Georgia. Results may vary.

Salary by Experience Level

3-5 years
Average Salary
$255,500
Sample Size
10 submissions
6-10 years
Average Salary
$358,333
Sample Size
3 submissions
16+ years
Average Salary
$454,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
3-5 years$255,50010 submissions
6-10 years$358,3333 submissions
16+ years$454,0001 submissions

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