How much does a FM Physician make in California? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a FM Physician in California is $210,746 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $101.

However, a FM Physician's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $232,543
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $200,238 to $222,155
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $190,670

Key Factors That Influence FM Physician Salaries

A FM 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 FM Physician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a FM 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): $147,667
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $165,179
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $182,500
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $172,597
  • Expert (over 8 years): $208,369
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
DevOps Engineer III less than 1 year $147,667
DevOps Engineer IV 1-2 years $165,179
DevOps Engineer V 2-4 years $182,500
DevOps Engineering Manager 5-8 years $172,597
FM Physician over 8 years $208,369

Top Paying Cities for FM 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:

  • Los Angeles: $211,109
  • West Hollywood: $210,956
  • Dodgertown: $211,107

FM Physician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For FM 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, FM Physician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view FM Physician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a FM Physician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking $263,432 $127.0 25%
Energy & Utilities $252,895 $122.0 20%
Financial Services $242,358 $117.0 15%
Biotechnology $236,035 $113.0 12%
Insurance $231,820 $111.0 10%

FM Physician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a FM 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.

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  • Monthly
  • Weekly
  • Hourly
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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$200,238
Average $210,746/year
$222,155
$16,686
Average $17,562/month
$18,513
$3,851
Average $4,053/week
$4,272
$96
Average $101/hour
$107
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $222,155 $18,513 $4,272 $107
Average $210,746 $17,562 $4,053 $101
25th Percentile $200,238 $16,686 $3,851 $96

Find Your Next FM Physician Job

Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current FM Physician job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.

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    Titan Placement Group | Oakdale, CA

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    Teleflora | Bakersfield, CA

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  • Titan Placement Group | Hawthorne, CA

    Titan Placement Group | Hawthorne, CA

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  • Wonderful Center for Health Innovation | Bakersfield, CA

    Wonderful Center for Health Innovation | Bakersfield, CA

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  • Titan Placement Group | Bell Gardens, CA

    Titan Placement Group | Bell Gardens, CA

    Family Medicine Physician (FM) Bell, CA. We're hiring a Family Medicine Physician who wants strong earning potential, predictable weekday hours, and the op... more

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