Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) Salary in the United States

How much does an Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) make in the United States? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) in the United States is $193,643 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $93.

However, an Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)'s salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $213,670
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $183,987 to $204,126
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $175,196

Key Factors That Influence Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) Salaries

An Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)'s salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)'s salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $135,683
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $151,774
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $167,689
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $158,590
  • Expert (over 8 years): $191,459
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
DevOps Engineer III less than 1 year $135,683
DevOps Engineer IV 1-2 years $151,774
DevOps Engineer V 2-4 years $167,689
DevOps Engineering Manager 5-8 years $158,590
Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) over 8 years $191,459

Top Paying Cities for Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $244,242
  • San Francisco: $241,568
  • Oakland: $236,477

Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $242,054 $116.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $232,372 $112.0 20%
Financial Services $222,689 $107.0 15%
Biotechnology $216,880 $104.0 12%
Insurance $213,007 $102.0 10%

Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)'s annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

  • Hourly
  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Yearly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$183,987
Average $193,643/year
$204,126
$15,332
Average $16,137/month
$17,011
$3,538
Average $3,724/week
$3,926
$88
Average $93/hour
$98
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $204,126 $17,011 $3,926 $98
Average $193,643 $16,137 $3,724 $93
25th Percentile $183,987 $15,332 $3,538 $88

Most common benefits for Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)

  • Social Security
  • 401 (k)
  • Disability
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Time Off (days)

Common company salaries for Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)

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FAQ about Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician)?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Academic Hospitalist (Hospitalist Physician) roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

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