Resident Salary and Benefits

Salary (2026-2027)

A competitive salary is provided based on the postgraduate year (PGY) level.

PGY Level	Annual Salary
PGY-1	$62,642.22
PGY-2	$64,687.43
PGY-3	$66,727.41
PGY-5	$70,811.42
PGY-6	$72,793.84
PGY-7	$74,977.65
PGY-8	$77,226.98

 

Additional Benefits

Residents enjoy a comprehensive package of benefits designed to support their professional and personal well-being:

Time Off

• Paid vacation and sick leave
  
  

Professional Support

• Professional liability insurance
• Salary conversion plan for tax-deferred annuities
• Worker's compensation
  
  

Professional Development

• Membership dues for the Texas Pediatric Society and the American Academy of Pediatrics
• Subscription to the Pediatric Review and Education Programs (PREP)
• Professional memberships
• Professional leave for PGY-3 residents
• Conferences and travel opportunities
  
  

Daily Essentials

• Meals at affiliated hospitals
• Free parking
• Lab coats
  
  

Educational Resources

• Access to a wide range of educational resources