Study ranks New Jersey as 2nd worst state for doctors in 2026 - WRNJ Radio

PA ranked as one of the 'worst' states for doctors: Study

PENNSYLVANIA (WTAJ) -- Doctors are a group who play vital roles in keeping our communities healthy and safe, and while they are needed in every state, some, including Pennsylvania, might not be the best place for them to settle down. A new study, conducted by WalletHub, found that Pennsylvania ranked 41 out of 51 when [...]

Study ranks New Jersey as 2nd worst state for doctors in 2026 - WRNJ Radio

NEW JERSEY — New Jersey ranks as the second worst state for doctors in 2026, according to a new report released by personal finance company WalletHub ahead of National Doctors’ Day on March 30. The study evaluated all 50 states and the District of Columbia using 19 metrics designed to measure financial opportunities and working conditions for physicians. Factors included average wages, hospital availability and health care system quality. New Je…

Best & Worst States for Doctors in 2026

Doctors play one of the most vital roles in society and are compensated accordingly for the demanding work they do to keep patients healthy. They rank among the highest-paid and most highly educated professionals in the United States, with family medicine physicians earning a median annual salary of about $238,000. This level of pay reflects the life-saving nature of their work and the many challenges that come with a medical career. Still, most…