Family Medicine Physicians Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $228,980 -3.9% vs national
Median hourly $110.09
10th percentile $165,430
90th percentile —
Employed locally 100
National median $238,380

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $165,430
    25th
    $197,500
    50th (median)
    $228,980

    Top-paying metros for Family Medicine Physicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Oklahoma City, OK $481,870
    East-Central Montana nonmetropolitan area $469,580
    Knoxville, TN $460,080
    Great Falls, MT $449,840
    Lawton, OK $448,460
    Northeastern South Carolina nonmetropolitan area $419,010

    Related occupations in Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$79,600
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,380
    Pharmacy Technicians$37,950
    Paramedics$46,280
    Emergency Medical Technicians$39,160
    Pharmacists$131,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Family Medicine Physicians make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Family Medicine Physicians in Western North Carolina is $110.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $198.65 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Family Medicine Physicians salaries?

    The median Family Medicine Physicians salary in Western North Carolina is 3.9% below the national median of $238,380. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Family Medicine Physicians in Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Family Medicine Physicians (10th percentile) earn around $165,430 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $197,500.