What are the main factors that influence an Orthopedic Surgeon's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Orthopedic Surgeon's salary?

An Orthopedic Surgeon's salary grows with experience: starting around $534,892 for beginners, reaching about $558,912 at mid-level, and approach $598,232 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for an Orthopedic Surgeon?

Orthopedic Surgeon salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Orthopedic Surgeon roles are District of Columbia $608,460, California $606,150, Massachusetts $598,070. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Orthopedic Surgeon roles make?

Salaries for Orthopedic Surgeon level roles vary by specialization: orthopedic surgeon sports medicine: $618,902; Orthopedic Doctor: $566,424; Orthopedic /Joint Reconstruction Surgeon: $549,600; Surgeon - Orthopedic: $549,544; Surgeon - Cardiothoracic: $518,124.

Orthopedic Surgeon Salary in Delaware

How much does an Orthopedic Surgeon make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Orthopedic Surgeon in Delaware is $556,530 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $268.

However, an Orthopedic Surgeon's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $709,041
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $502,840 to $636,360
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $453,958

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Orthopedic Surgeon Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$636,360	$53,030	$12,238	$306
Average	$556,530	$46,378	$10,703	$268
25th Percentile	$502,840	$41,903	$9,670	$242

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Key Factors That Influence Orthopedic Surgeon Salaries

An Orthopedic Surgeon's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Orthopedic Surgeon Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Orthopedic Surgeon's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $534,892
Early Career (1-2 years): $538,899
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $558,912
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $592,275
Expert (over 8 years): $598,232

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Orthopedic Surgeon	$534,892
Intermediate Level Orthopedic Surgeon	$538,899
Senior Level Orthopedic Surgeon	$558,912
Specialist Level Orthopedic Surgeon	$592,275
Expert Level Orthopedic Surgeon	$598,232

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How Do Orthopedic Surgeon Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Orthopedic Surgeons. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $608,460.
California: $606,150.
Massachusetts: $598,070.

District of Columbia $608,460 California $606,150 Massachusetts $598,070 Washington $595,880 New Jersey $595,660 Alaska $594,890 Connecticut $587,300 New York $584,230

Hawaii $574,390 Rhode Island $569,770 Maryland $566,640 Minnesota $562,350 Colorado $560,700 Illinois $560,160 Oregon $558,070 Delaware $556,530

New Hampshire $555,560 Virginia $553,400 Pennsylvania $547,080 Nevada $543,890 North Dakota $542,840 Michigan $541,200 Wisconsin $540,590 Vermont $539,380

Texas $536,030 Maine $535,810 Arizona $535,480 Ohio $535,100 Georgia $530,040 Indiana $527,510 Wyoming $527,020 Utah $526,250

Iowa $525,920 Kansas $523,280 Louisiana $522,510 North Carolina $522,240 Missouri $522,130 Florida $519,980 Montana $518,830 Nebraska $517,730

Kentucky $517,130 South Carolina $514,930 Tennessee $513,550 Idaho $513,000 New Mexico $508,990 Oklahoma $508,110 Alabama $504,870 South Dakota $499,430

Arkansas $496,460 West Virginia $494,870 Mississippi $490,090

Top Paying Cities for Orthopedic Surgeons

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $575,980
Little Creek: $570,650
Magnolia: $573,010

Lincoln, DE $575,980 Little Creek, DE $570,650 Magnolia, DE $573,010 Milford, DE $575,980 Marydel, DE $568,510 Millsboro, DE $575,980 Millville, DE $579,830 Milton, DE $575,980

Nassau, DE $575,980 Ocean View, DE $579,830 Rehoboth Beach, DE $579,830 Seaford, DE $569,940 Selbyville, DE $579,830 Smyrna, DE $567,850 Viola, DE $573,010 Woodside, DE $571,370

Bear, DE $563,670 Newark, DE $563,890 Claymont, DE $564,330 Delaware City, DE $563,890 Hockessin, DE $564,330 Kirkwood, DE $563,890 Middletown, DE $566,690 Montchanin, DE $564,330

New Castle, DE $564,330 Odessa, DE $567,460 Port Penn, DE $562,350 Rockland, DE $564,330 Saint Georges, DE $563,890 Townsend, DE $566,640 Winterthur, DE $564,330 Lewes, DE $575,980

Wilmington, DE $564,330 Dover, DE $570,380 Dover Afb, DE $571,700 Bethany Beach, DE $579,830 Bethel, DE $569,940 Bridgeville, DE $575,980 Camden Wyoming, DE $570,980 Cheswold, DE $569,060

Clayton, DE $567,630 Dagsboro, DE $579,830 Delmar, DE $569,940 Ellendale, DE $575,980 Felton, DE $575,980 Fenwick Island, DE $579,830 Frankford, DE $579,830 Frederica, DE $575,980

Georgetown, DE $575,980 Greenwood, DE $575,980 Harbeson, DE $575,980 Harrington, DE $575,980 Hartly, DE $567,350 Houston, DE $575,980 Kenton, DE $567,630 Laurel, DE $569,940

Yorklyn, DE $564,330

Orthopedic Surgeon Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Orthopedic Surgeon's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$502,840

Average $556,530/year

$636,360

$41,903

Average $46,378/month

$53,030

$9,670

Average $10,703/week

$12,238

$242

Average $268/hour

$306

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$636,360	$53,030	$12,238	$306
Average	$556,530	$46,378	$10,703	$268
25th Percentile	$502,840	$41,903	$9,670	$242

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