The gender wage gap among physicians fell below a six-digit figure for the first time in 2018, according to Doximity's 2019 Physician Compensation Report.
Doximity collected self-reported compensation survey data from more than 90,000 licensed U.S. physicians who practice at least 40 hours a week. The report examines how compensation changed from 2017-18, evaluating trends across metropolitan areas, medical specialties, gender and employment type.
Researchers found male pay was stagnant in 2018, while female pay increased 2 percent. In 2017, female physicians earned $105,000 less than male peers. This gap dropped to $90,490 in 2018.
Here are 10 metro areas where female physicians received the highest average annual salary in 2018:
Here are 10 metro areas where female physicians received the lowest average annual salary in 2018:
To view Doximity's full report, click here.
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