Obstetrician and Gynecologist Salary
Obstetricians and Gynecologists earn a median $239,200+ a year nationally. Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
What obstetricians and gynecologists do
Provide medical care related to pregnancy or childbirth. Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases of women, particularly those affecting the reproductive system. May also provide general care to women. May perform both medical and gynecological surgery functions.
- Typical education
- Doctoral or professional degree
- Work experience
- None required
- On-the-job training
- Internship/residency
- Job outlook, 2025–35
- +1.7% (slower than average)
- Openings per year
- 500
- Self-employed
- 4%
Employment of obstetricians and gynecologists is projected to grow 1.7% from 2025 to 2035, slower than the 3.5% average for all occupations. About 500 openings are expected each year, on average, including jobs left by workers who retire or switch careers.
Source: BLS Standard Occupational Classification and Employment Projections, 2025–35.
Obstetrician and Gynecologist take-home pay calculator
Starts at the national median. Pick your state to see your real paycheck.
- Federal income tax$65,653
- Social Security (6.2%)$11,439
- Medicare (1.45%)$5,083
- Texas income tax$0
- Take-home pay$210,735
Marginal rate: 35% federal + 0.00% state
Pay by experience
| Percentile | Salary | Hourly | Take-home (no state tax) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $94,680 | $45.52 | $75,437 |
| 25th percentile | $179,810 | $86.45 | $134,166 |
| Median (50th) | $292,910+ | $140.82 | $210,735 |
| 75th percentile | $369,390+ | $177.59 | $258,650 |
| 90th percentile (top earners) | $437,300+ | $210.24 | $301,195 |
Best cities for obstetricians and gynecologists (after tax & cost of living)
| # | Metro area | Median | Take-home | Real value* | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | New York, NY | $239,200+ | $214,390 | $190,462 | 2,470 |
*Take-home pay in U.S.-average dollars (BEA Regional Price Parities).
Highest-paying cities
- New York, NY — $239,200+
Obstetrician and Gynecologist salary by state
| State | Median | 1-yr change | Take-home | Range | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | $239,200+ | — | $282,407 | $219,810 – $239,200+ | 200 |
| Alaska | $239,200+ | — | $291,265 | $182,030 – $239,200+ | 50 |
| Vermont | $239,200+ | — | $259,746 | $231,410 – $239,200+ | 90 |
| North Dakota | $239,200+ | — | $278,978 | $128,150 – $239,200+ | 70 |
| Louisiana | $239,200+ | — | $268,927 | $235,030 – $239,200+ | 80 |
| Oregon | $239,200+ | — | $238,069 | $223,000 – $239,200+ | 270 |
| Maine | $239,200+ | — | $239,584 | $168,550 – $239,200+ | 100 |
| Oklahoma | $239,200+ | — | $243,078 | $155,580 – $239,200+ | 60 |
| Arizona | $239,200+ | — | $249,822 | $217,940 – $239,200+ | 130 |
| Iowa | $239,200+ | — | $237,396 | $164,680 – $239,200+ | 180 |
| Tennessee | $239,200+ | — | $249,371 | $65,300 – $239,200+ | 360 |
| Georgia | $239,200+ | — | $231,258 | $230,070 – $239,200+ | 350 |
| Indiana | $239,200+ | — | $237,394 | $70,720 – $239,200+ | 430 |
| New York | $239,200+ | — | $225,020 | $91,510 – $239,200+ | 2,750 |
| New Hampshire | $239,200+ | — | $245,336 | $76,450 – $239,200+ | 140 |
| Washington | $239,200+ | — | $242,204 | $162,800 – $239,200+ | 270 |
| Nebraska | $239,200+ | — | $227,139 | $94,140 – $239,200+ | 180 |
| Hawaii | $239,200+ | — | $212,265 | $76,650 – $239,200+ | 140 |
| Delaware | $239,200+ | — | $210,215 | $180,200 – $239,200+ | 190 |
| Minnesota | $239,200+ | — | $204,397 | $149,990 – $239,200+ | 750 |
| Kentucky | $239,200+ | — | $214,915 | $65,140 – $239,200+ | 240 |
| Maryland | $239,200+ | — | $203,509 | $231,840 – $239,200+ | 160 |
| Wisconsin | $239,200+ | — | $203,519 | $148,720 – $239,200+ | 450 |
| South Carolina | $239,200+ | — | $199,659 | $103,990 – $239,200+ | 350 |
| California | $239,200+ | — | $188,252 | $103,330 – $239,200+ | 1,610 |
| West Virginia | $239,200+ | — | $202,120 | $63,120 – $239,200+ | 100 |
| South Dakota | $239,200+ | — | $213,679 | $131,350 – $239,200+ | 80 |
| Virginia | $239,200+ | — | $188,732 | $179,990 – $239,200+ | — |
| Massachusetts | $239,200+ | — | $184,391 | $96,960 – $239,200+ | 620 |
| Texas | $239,200+ | — | $197,599 | $73,450 – $239,200+ | 1,460 |
| New Mexico | $239,200+ | — | $177,993 | $201,340 – $239,200+ | 110 |
| Arkansas | $239,200+ | — | $166,976 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 160 |
| Colorado | $239,200+ | — | $166,275 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 410 |
| District of Columbia | $239,200+ | — | $158,728 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 70 |
| Pennsylvania | $239,200+ | — | $168,748 | $239,200+ – $239,200+ | 260 |
| New Jersey | $228,870 | — | $156,921 | $78,630 – $239,200+ | 740 |
| Idaho | $223,560 | — | $155,084 | $100,710 – $239,200+ | 110 |
| Kansas | $220,770 | — | $152,473 | $147,520 – $239,200+ | — |
| Alabama | $210,380 | +2.8% | $146,318 | $105,910 – $239,200+ | 120 |
| Michigan | $209,650 | +8.3% | $147,375 | $127,190 – $239,200+ | 880 |
| Illinois | $208,000 | — | $144,668 | $208,000 – $239,200+ | 1,290 |
| Connecticut | $200,580 | +2.4% | $139,469 | $75,540 – $239,200+ | 330 |
| Ohio | $181,520 | — | $131,125 | $102,160 – $239,200+ | 970 |
| Rhode Island | $166,390 | — | $118,692 | $76,930 – $239,200+ | 140 |
| North Carolina | $134,540 | — | $98,365 | $107,420 – $239,200+ | 590 |
Related jobs
| Job | Median salary | Education | Growth 2025–35 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dermatologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +6.8% |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.0% |
| Emergency Medicine Physician | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.2% |
| Neurologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +6.4% |
| Family Medicine Physician | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.3% |
| Anesthesiologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +3.6% |
| Cardiologist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.8% |
| Orthodontist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +6.0% |
| Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +4.5% |
| Psychiatrist | $239,200+ | Doctoral or professional degree | +7.2% |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a obstetrician and gynecologist make?
The national median salary for obstetricians and gynecologists is at least $239,200 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $94,680 and the top 10% earn over $239,200+. Source: BLS, May 2025.
Which state pays obstetricians and gynecologists the most?
Utah has the highest median pay at $239,200+. After taxes and local prices, New York, NY offers the best real take-home pay of any metro area.
How many obstetricians and gynecologists are there in the U.S.?
About 21,260 people work as obstetricians and gynecologists nationwide.