What are the main factors that influence a Neurosurgeon's salary?

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

How does experience change A Neurosurgeon's salary?

A Neurosurgeon's salary grows with experience: starting around $698,859 for beginners, reaching about $713,805 at mid-level, and approach $807,132 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Neurosurgeon?

Neurosurgeon salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Neurosurgeon roles are District of Columbia $800,701, California $797,601, Massachusetts $787,001. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Neurosurgeon roles make?

Salaries for Neurosurgeon level roles vary by specialization: Surgeon - Neurology: $723,104; Pediatric Neurosurgeon: $288,804; Endovascular Neurosurgeon: $147,584; Attending Neurosurgeon: $129,989.

Neurosurgeon Salary in Delaware

How much does a Neurosurgeon make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Neurosurgeon in Delaware is $732,301 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $352.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $1,005,304
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $649,001 to $875,201
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $573,161

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Neurosurgeon Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$875,201	$72,933	$16,831	$421
Average	$732,301	$61,025	$14,083	$352
25th Percentile	$649,001	$54,083	$12,481	$312

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Key Factors That Influence Neurosurgeon Salaries

A Neurosurgeon'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.

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Neurosurgeon	$698,859
Intermediate Level Neurosurgeon	$705,087
Senior Level Neurosurgeon	$713,805
Specialist Level Neurosurgeon	$775,141
Expert Level Neurosurgeon	$807,132

How Do Neurosurgeon 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 Neurosurgeons. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $800,701.
California: $797,601.
Massachusetts: $787,001.

District of Columbia $800,701 California $797,601 Massachusetts $787,001 Washington $784,101 New Jersey $783,801 Alaska $782,801 Connecticut $772,801 New York $768,801

Hawaii $755,801 Rhode Island $749,801 Maryland $745,601 Minnesota $740,001 Colorado $737,801 Illinois $737,101 Oregon $734,401 Delaware $732,301

New Hampshire $731,101 Virginia $728,201 Pennsylvania $719,901 Nevada $715,701 North Dakota $714,301 Michigan $712,201 Wisconsin $711,401 Vermont $709,801

Texas $705,401 Maine $705,101 Arizona $704,601 Ohio $704,101 Georgia $697,501 Indiana $694,201 Wyoming $693,501 Utah $692,501

Iowa $692,101 Kansas $688,601 Louisiana $687,601 North Carolina $687,201 Missouri $687,101 Florida $684,301 Montana $682,701 Nebraska $681,301

Kentucky $680,501 South Carolina $677,601 Tennessee $675,801 Idaho $675,101 New Mexico $669,801 Oklahoma $668,601 Alabama $664,401 South Dakota $657,201

Arkansas $653,301 West Virginia $651,201 Mississippi $644,901

Top Paying Cities for Neurosurgeons

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: $757,901
Little Creek: $750,901
Magnolia: $754,001

Lincoln, DE $757,901 Little Creek, DE $750,901 Magnolia, DE $754,001 Milford, DE $757,901 Marydel, DE $748,101 Millsboro, DE $757,901 Millville, DE $763,001 Milton, DE $757,901

Nassau, DE $757,901 Ocean View, DE $763,001 Rehoboth Beach, DE $763,001 Seaford, DE $750,001 Selbyville, DE $763,001 Smyrna, DE $747,201 Viola, DE $754,001 Woodside, DE $751,901

Bear, DE $741,701 Newark, DE $742,001 Claymont, DE $742,601 Delaware City, DE $742,001 Hockessin, DE $742,601 Kirkwood, DE $742,001 Middletown, DE $745,701 Montchanin, DE $742,601

New Castle, DE $742,601 Odessa, DE $746,701 Port Penn, DE $740,001 Rockland, DE $742,601 Saint Georges, DE $742,001 Townsend, DE $745,601 Winterthur, DE $742,601 Lewes, DE $757,901

Wilmington, DE $742,601 Dover, DE $750,601 Dover Afb, DE $752,301 Bethany Beach, DE $763,001 Bethel, DE $750,001 Bridgeville, DE $757,901 Camden Wyoming, DE $751,401 Cheswold, DE $748,801

Clayton, DE $746,901 Dagsboro, DE $763,001 Delmar, DE $750,001 Ellendale, DE $757,901 Felton, DE $757,901 Fenwick Island, DE $763,001 Frankford, DE $763,001 Frederica, DE $757,901

Georgetown, DE $757,901 Greenwood, DE $757,901 Harbeson, DE $757,901 Harrington, DE $757,901 Hartly, DE $746,601 Houston, DE $757,901 Kenton, DE $746,901 Laurel, DE $750,001

Yorklyn, DE $742,601

Neurosurgeon Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Neurosurgeon'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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$649,001

Average $732,301/year

$875,201

$54,083

Average $61,025/month

$72,933

$12,481

Average $14,083/week

$16,831

$312

Average $352/hour

$421

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$875,201	$72,933	$16,831	$421
Average	$732,301	$61,025	$14,083	$352
25th Percentile	$649,001	$54,083	$12,481	$312

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