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Primary care physician salary in Massachusetts

How much does a Primary Care Physician make in Massachusetts?

Average base salary

$87,435
56%
below national average
Average $87,435
Low $38,076
High $200,782
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a primary care physician is $87,435 per year in Massachusetts. 103 salaries reported, updated at September 21, 2023

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Top companies for Primary Care Physicians in Massachusetts

  1. One Medical
    3.3
    145 reviews21 salaries reported
    $257,073per year
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Highest paying cities for Primary Care Physicians near Massachusetts

  1. Springfield, MA
    $245,870 per year
    15 salaries reported
  2. Brighton, MA
    $225,208 per year
    22 salaries reported
  3. Lowell, MA
    $201,520 per year
    34 salaries reported
  1. Worcester, MA
    $178,784 per year
    6 salaries reported
  2. Boston, MA
    $143,566 per year
    10 salaries reported
  3. Plymouth, MA
    $124,173 per year
    6 salaries reported
  1. Westwood, MA
    $77,080 per year
    25 salaries reported
  2. Waltham, MA
    $49,810 per year
    5 salaries reported
  3. Malden, MA
    $47,918 per year
    13 salaries reported
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Where can a Primary Care Physician earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Primary Care Physicians

Most recommended skill

Pharmacy Residency(earn +49.81% more)

The jobs requiring this skill have decrease by 51.19% since 2018. Primary Care Physicians with this skill earn +49.81% more than the average base salary, which is $87,435 per year.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this skillChange from previous year
201273increase by 73
2013175increase by 139.73%
2014783increase by 347.43%
2015286decrease by 63.47%
2016471increase by 64.69%
2017339decrease by 28.03%
20181090increase by 221.53%
2019532decrease by 51.19%

Top companies hiring Primary Care Physicians with the recommended skill

Cambridge Health Alliance
Harvard Medical Faculty Physicians
Prima CARE
CT-Family Care Services
Mass General Brigham
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Top certifications
BC/BE
+62.80%salary
Top fields of study
Medical Degree
+48.59%salary
Top specialties
Internal Medicine
+58.61%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

Top CertificationsSalaryJob openingsCompanies
461 jobs2,048
141 jobs431
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Most common benefits for Primary Care Physicians

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • 403(b)
  • 403(b) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Continuing education credits
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Loan assistance
  • Loan forgiveness
  • Loan repayment program
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness program
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 67 ratings

58% of Primary Care Physicians in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Massachusetts?

Obstetrics and Gynecology Physician

Job openings

Average $88,723 per year

Internal Medicine Physician

Job openings

Average $295,175 per year

Family Medicine Physician

Job openings

Average $293,412 per year

Emergency Medicine Physician

Job openings

Average $162,110 per year

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Common questions about salaries for a Primary Care Physician

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