Source: SalaryDr satisfaction data for Pediatrics (N=269 verified submissions, updated September 15, 2026, data as of 2026-09-15). URL: https://www.salarydr.com
82% of pediatricians would choose their specialty again, with an average satisfaction of 4.0/5 and median salary of $310,000, based on 269 verified physician submissions on SalaryDr.
$310,000
$338,730
$270,000
$350,000
Based on 269 physician responses (1 = very dissatisfied, 5 = very satisfied)
221 of 268 respondents would choose pediatrics again
Based on 269 physician responses (bar scaled to 80 hrs/week)
Anonymized responses from pediatricians about their career and work-life balance.
“It’s the happiest place in medicine. The best patient population and I enjoy educating parents/answering their questions. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Pediatrician
“The opportunity to help a young life be preserved, occasionally you may change the otherwise fatal outcome of a disease process.”
On career & specialty — Verified Pediatrician
“We are almost solely RVU/ eat what you kill with a small base to cover our shared rounding/light call. No PTO, benefits, or 401k but I feel the higher income more than makes up for it.”
On career & specialty — Verified Pediatrician
“Nothing! Autonomy is everything. Able to control everything in private practice from salary, bonuses, hiring employees and when to take vacation. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Pediatrician
“I love the pathology and watching children recover. ”
On career & specialty — Verified Pediatrician
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