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METRO DATA PROFILE · 2025

Pediatricians, General salary in Raleigh, North Carolina

Metro-level median, range, and employment from BLS Occupational Employment Statistics for the Raleigh metropolitan area. Skills and task data from O*NET. State and national figures shown for context.

Adrian Serafin, founder and editor of RateOrchardBy Adrian SerafinFounderUpdated June 12, 2026
Median annual$214,680
Mean annual$202,620
Range (10th to 90th)$100,250 to $321,330
Raleigh, North Carolina employment220
State vs national+3.4% vs national

Salary distribution

Where Raleigh pediatricians, general fall on the wage curve.

Annual wage distribution

Shaded band = interquartile range (where most full-time workers fall)

10TH$100,25025TH$175,200MEDIAN$214,68075TH$216,25090TH$321,330

The middle 50% of workers earn between $175,200 and $216,250, with a median of $214,680.

Typical entry

  • Education

    Doctoral or professional degree

  • Experience

    Internship/residency

  • On-the-job training

    None

Top skills (O*NET)

  • Medicine and Dentistry

    Knowledge

    5.0 / 5
  • Oral Comprehension

    Ability

    5.0 / 5
  • Oral Expression

    Ability

    4.9 / 5
  • Inductive Reasoning

    Ability

    4.8 / 5
  • Therapy and Counseling

    Knowledge

    4.5 / 5
  • Biology

    Knowledge

    4.4 / 5
  • Psychology

    Knowledge

    4.3 / 5
  • Critical Thinking

    Cross-functional

    4.3 / 5

Common tasks (O*NET)

  1. 01

    Prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children.

  2. 02

    Examine children regularly to assess their growth and development.

  3. 03

    Treat children who have minor illnesses, acute and chronic health problems, and growth and development concerns.

  4. 04

    Examine patients or order, perform, and interpret diagnostic tests to obtain information on medical condition and determine diagnosis.

  5. 05

    Advise patients, parents or guardians, and community members concerning diet, activity, hygiene, and disease prevention.

  6. 06

    Explain procedures and discuss test results or prescribed treatments with patients and parents or guardians.

  7. 07

    Collect, record, and maintain patient information, such as medical history, reports, or examination results.

  8. 08

    Monitor patients' conditions and progress and reevaluate treatments as necessary.

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Other metros in North Carolina

How the Raleigh metro compares to other major North Carolina metro areas for pediatricians, general.

Frequently asked questions

What is the median salary for Pediatricians, General in Raleigh, North Carolina?
According to BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, the median annual wage for Pediatricians, General in the Raleigh metropolitan area is $214,680.
Does Raleigh pay more than the North Carolina state average for Pediatricians, General?
The Raleigh metro median is +17.0% versus the North Carolina state median of $183,550.
How does Raleigh compare to the national median for Pediatricians, General?
The Raleigh metro median is +3.4% versus the BLS national figure of $207,645.
What is the salary range for Pediatricians, General in Raleigh?
BLS reports the 10th-percentile annual wage at $100,250 and the 90th-percentile at $321,330 for the Raleigh metro area.
What education is required for Pediatricians, General?
BLS lists the typical entry-level education as Doctoral or professional degree. Many employers also weigh prior experience and credentials.
Disclaimer

Information on this page is for general educational purposes only. It is not career, financial, or tax advice. BLS metro estimates reflect the Raleigh CBSA boundary for the reference year shown and may not match individual offers, employer-specific ranges, or current market conditions. Confirm with a licensed professional before making career or compensation decisions.