What general internal medicine physicians earn in Washington and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA | $340,010 | $163.47 | 850 |
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $269,700 | $129.66 | 170 |
| Yakima, WA | $239,200+ | $115.00+ | – |
General Internal Medicine Physicians in Washington earned a median of $340,010 a year ($163.47 an hour) in May 2025, 33% more than the national median of $256,560. The middle half earned $321,320 to $371,980.
Among areas in Washington, pay was highest in Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA at $340,010.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.