The average orthopedic surgeon salary across all settings is $306,220 a year, but the salary fluctuates based on the duties and the practice setting.
The top-paying orthopedic surgeon practice settings and their average yearly compensation:
1. Outpatient care centers: $351,510
2. Offices of physicians: $318,070
3. General medical and surgical hospitals: $267,830
4. Speciality hospitals: $255,570
5. Colleges, universities and professional schools: $64,880
