OB/GYN Salary Guide
How much do OB/GYNs make in the United States? And how does OB/GYN salary compare across states and between perm and temp work? Let’s find out!
Discover our OB/GYN salary guide to find:
- OB/GYN Physician Salary
- OB/GYN Salary by State
- How OB/GYN Salary Compares Against Other Physician Specialties
- How Much OB/GYNs May Make in 2025
Looking for OB/GYN jobs? Check out our open locum tenens OB/GYN physician assignments nationwide.
How much do OB/GYNs make?
The average OB/GYN salary is $281,130 per year in the U.S., according to the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, OB/GYNs make a total of $372,000 per year, according to Medscape’s 2025 “Physician Compensation Report.”
How much do locum tenens OB/GYNs make?
Locum tenens OB/GYNs can make up to $200 per hour, however, there are many factors that impact rates including location, years of experience, and the level of demand.
If you were to extrapolate that rate over a year (at 40 hours per week), the average locum salary comes out to around $416,000.
That means locum tenens OB/GYNs can make up to 12% more than the average provider. However, making direct salary comparisons can be complicated. While perm OB/GYNs are more likely to be salaried, locum tenens OB/GYNs are independent contractors earning an hourly rate, which can vary based on which assignments they take in a year.
Furthermore, because locum tenens OB/GYNs are paid by the hour, the hours they work are directly reflected in their pay, while a salaried OB/GYN’s additional hours may not be reflected in their salary.
Finally, paid time off and insurance may be reflected in the perm OB/GYN salary structure, but locum tenens providers do have options when it comes to health insurance.
OB/GYN Salary by State
The most recent state breakdown of OB/GYN salaries comes from the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, though the BLS was not able to collect enough data for all 50 states. That said, the top 5 highest paying states for OB/GYNs are:
- Arkansas
- Washington
- Oregon
- Rhode Island
- Kentucky
How does OB/GYN salary compare against other physician specialties?
OB/GYNs are in the middle of the 30+ physician specialties surveyed in Medscape’s 2025 “Physician Compensation Report.” The top five specialties (orthopedics & orthopedic surgery, plastic surgery, radiology, cardiology, and gastroenterology) all reported annual income of greater than $500,000.
How much will OB/GYNs make in 2025?
OB/GYN salary has been steadily increasing over the last several years, with Medscape’s most recent report revealed that total pay for OB/GYNs rose 6% from 2023 to 2024.
A safe estimate is that OB/GYN physicians will make the same as they did in 2024, meaning that OB/GYN physicians will make around $281,000 in annual salary in 2025.
Explore Our Open Locum Tenens OB/GYN Jobs
Physician - OB/GYNWe are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for an 80-day locum tenens assignment in California. This opportunity begins on Dec 1, 2025, with day shifts Monday through Friday, focusing on both inpatient and clinic settings. Candidates must have current competency in both OB and GYN and recent inpatient and clinic experience.Job... View This Job
We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a 120-day locum tenens assignment in Wisconsin, starting Dec 12, 2025. This ongoing need offers the opportunity to provide comprehensive OB/GYN care, including routine and complicated deliveries as well as surgical gynecology. Schedule details and shift hours are to be determined.Job DetailsLocation: WisconsinStart... View This Job
We are seeking an experienced OB Hospitalist for a 30-day locum tenens assignment in Indiana starting Jan 1, 2026. The schedule offers 24-hour shifts with an option for 12-hour shifts, providing obstetric hospitalist care alongside a collaborative team of neonatologists and maternal fetal medicine physicians.Job DetailsLocation: IndianaStart Date: Jan 1,... View This Job
We are seeking an experienced Obstetrician/Gynecologist for a locum tenens assignment in Michigan. This 5-day opportunity begins on Mar 23, 2026, and features 24-hour out-of-house second call coverage. Candidates must be proficient in performing C-sections and hold current BLS and DEA certifications. This position offers flexibility based on provider comfort... View This Job
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