Surgeons Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for surgeonss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $364,360 ≈ $175/hr
National median salary $369,540
Total employment 49,380 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do surgeons make in the U.S.?
The median surgeons salary in the United States is $369,540 per year (mean $364,360), and about 80% earn between $83,630 and $640,680.
How much do surgeons make per hour?
Roughly $175 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $364,360 and 2,080 work hours per year.