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Pediatrician salary in California, 2026

How much does a Pediatrician make in California?

Average base salary

$252,220
17%
above national average
Average $252,220
Low $185,633
High $342,693

The average salary for a pediatrician is $252,220 per year in California. 711 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 19, 2026).

Pediatrician job openings in California

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Pediatrician(Outpatient) – Ful...
tms3.5out of 5 stars.
Sacramento, CA
$230,000 - $300,144 a year
Full-time
12 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Pediatrician in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Rhino Medical
 
$499,200per year
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National Staffing Solutions
 
$499,200per year
Lake County Tribal Health
 
$411,429per year
Matrix Providers
 
$381,680per year
Luke
 
$358,800per year
United Indian Health Services
 
$355,000per year

Highest paying cities for Pediatricians near California

  1. Riverside, CA
    $284,697 per year
  2. El Cajon, CA
    $278,505 per year
  3. San Francisco, CA
    $278,155 per year
  4. Long Beach, CA
    $275,363 per year
  5. Modesto, CA
    $261,410 per year

Where can a Pediatrician earn more?

Compare salaries for Pediatricians in different locations
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