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Physicians, Pathologists

Role Overview

Diagnose diseases and conduct lab tests using organs, body tissues, and fluids. Includes medical examiners.

Salary by State (top paying)

State Median salary
Nebraska $323,510
Ohio $314,130
Indiana $312,000
New Hampshire $311,210
Pennsylvania $306,030
Michigan $303,370
Texas $301,420
Arizona $294,760
Massachusetts $292,160
Oklahoma $288,280
New Jersey $287,550
Kentucky $285,200
Oregon $279,940
Illinois $265,720
Florida $265,470

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BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), BLS Employment Projections.

Median Annual Salary

$266,020

Projected Growth (10yr)

+4.2%

Avg. annual openings

0.4k

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