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Pediatricians, General is a notable career in the 29 category. This page provides verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024), helping you compare Pediatricians, General against similar careers and make data-driven decisions.
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| soc | 29-1221 |
| title | Pediatricians, General |
| onet code | 29-1221.00 |
| description | Diagnose, treat, and help prevent diseases and injuries in children. May refer patients to specialists for further diagnosis or treatment, as needed. |
| job zone | 5 |
| major group | 29 |
| tot emp | 42,960 |
| a mean | 222,340 |
| a median | 210,130 |
| a pct10 | 96,240 |
| a pct25 | 159,510 |
| a pct75 | N/A |
| a pct90 | N/A |
| h mean | 106 |
| h median | 101 |
The day-to-day work of a pediatricians, general typically centers on prescribe or administer treatment, therapy, medication, vaccination, and other specialized medical care to treat or prevent illness, disease, or injury in infants and children. Every task listed below is classified as Core in O*NET — they collectively define the role. Task descriptions below are quoted from the U.S. Department of Labor's O*NET 29.0 occupation profile.
Workers in this occupation rely most on Critical Thinking, Judgment and Decision Making, and Speaking. Across the top 10 skills, the average O*NET importance score is 4.10 out of 5 — critical for this role. Importance reflects how essential each skill is for adequate job performance.
Among working pediatricians, general, the most common entry qualification is a Post (78.3%). Bachelor's-degree-or-higher credentials are reported by 100% of incumbents. This is a degree-heavy profession — most incumbents hold a four-year degree or beyond.
Median annual pay is highest in New Mexico at $237,950 and lowest in Arkansas at $74,890 — a 3.2× spread. The top five states (New Mexico, Kentucky, Mississippi, Arizona, Oklahoma) average $233,222. Figures reflect BLS OEWS May 2024 state-level wage estimates; percentiles shown are for full-time wage-earners in each state.
| State | Median | Mean | 10th % | 90th % | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | $237,950 | $248,350 | $125,200 | — | 230 |
| Kentucky | $237,740 | $236,980 | $149,990 | — | 260 |
| Mississippi | $236,860 | $281,750 | $103,120 | — | 60 |
| Arizona | $227,410 | $241,970 | $108,390 | — | 910 |
| Oklahoma | $226,150 | $244,700 | $173,110 | — | 160 |
| North Dakota | $225,250 | $229,600 | $149,460 | — | 120 |
| Maine | $224,200 | $209,480 | $106,520 | — | 140 |
| South Dakota | $217,990 | $241,800 | $175,270 | — | 80 |
| Pennsylvania | $217,810 | $243,450 | $163,510 | — | 2,010 |
| Connecticut | $215,730 | $219,440 | $106,510 | — | 1,300 |
| Missouri | $215,040 | $230,140 | $141,630 | — | 170 |
| Massachusetts | $213,230 | $235,000 | $137,110 | — | 2,980 |
| Minnesota | $212,380 | $209,210 | $81,530 | — | 890 |
| Delaware | $211,340 | $205,530 | $85,330 | — | 250 |
| Rhode Island | $210,230 | $207,180 | $127,700 | — | 220 |
| Ohio | $210,130 | $225,450 | $158,030 | — | 3,070 |
| Washington | $209,780 | $190,030 | $72,340 | — | 640 |
| Hawaii | $208,620 | $230,120 | $171,420 | — | 400 |
| Maryland | $208,160 | $242,470 | $154,890 | — | 510 |
| Illinois | $207,740 | $216,290 | $83,160 | — | 1,340 |
| Colorado | $205,310 | $219,260 | $141,270 | — | 400 |
| Indiana | $202,420 | $208,190 | $141,640 | — | 970 |
| Alabama | $202,330 | $234,790 | $150,380 | — | 330 |
| South Carolina | $201,990 | $226,540 | $114,740 | — | 320 |
| North Carolina | $201,400 | $201,610 | $96,740 | — | 1,110 |
| Florida | $195,100 | $193,850 | $99,990 | — | 940 |
| Kansas | $194,810 | $216,240 | $124,830 | — | 150 |
| Utah | $194,160 | $216,240 | $126,520 | — | 250 |
| Virginia | $189,070 | $200,990 | $105,770 | — | 1,220 |
| Texas | $187,590 | $213,400 | $75,400 | — | 2,690 |
| Nebraska | $186,680 | $217,040 | $68,630 | — | 410 |
| Vermont | $184,450 | $189,400 | $99,170 | — | 140 |
| Michigan | $182,040 | $192,150 | $67,200 | — | 770 |
| Oregon | $181,990 | $204,510 | $127,990 | — | 800 |
| West Virginia | $181,410 | $182,710 | $65,360 | — | 70 |
| Tennessee | $176,150 | $197,990 | $66,740 | — | 910 |
| New Jersey | $171,380 | $168,700 | $79,080 | — | 730 |
| Georgia | $162,290 | $184,860 | $124,420 | — | 850 |
| New York | $155,570 | $178,950 | $80,460 | — | 5,680 |
| District of Columbia | $147,060 | $143,880 | $74,250 | $227,000 | — |
| Arkansas | $74,890 | $117,010 | $74,890 | $196,090 | 200 |
Recruiters and job boards use several alternate titles for pediatricians, general. Knowing these variants widens your job search — listings for Baby Doctor or Developmental Pediatrician frequently describe the same role. The list below is a sample of the most common industry variants.
This data helps you understand how Pediatricians, General compares to others in the 29 category. Use it to make informed decisions based on verified data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0.
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