While the average orthopedic surgeon makes $573,000 a year, New York City's highest paid orthopedic surgeon earns $880,600, according to data from Medscape's salary reporter.
Author: Claire Wallace
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On average, orthopedic surgeons nationwide earn $573,000 a year, according to the most recent data from Medscape. However, the highest paid orthopedic surgeons in cities including New York City and Los Angeles make far more, with salaries surpassing $800,000.
New York state has the highest number of top-ranked orthopedic hospitals in the U.S. for 2023 and 2024, with 10 top facilities.