How did the salary of physicians in Puerto Rico compare to that in the mainland U.S.?

Physicians in Puerto Rico earn significantly less than their counterparts in the mainland United States. This discrepancy can be attributed to several factors, including differences in the cost of living, governmental funding for healthcare, and economic challenges that Puerto Rico faces. According to various studies, the average salary for physicians in Puerto Rico can be less than half of what is typically earned by similar professionals in the mainland U.S. This economic reality affects the availability of medical services and can influence physician recruitment and retention in Puerto Rico. The other options do not align with the data available regarding physician salaries in both regions, emphasizing the stark difference in compensation for healthcare professionals between Puerto Rico and the mainland U.S.