Surgeon Salary in Idaho
Based on 60+ workers in Idaho
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (ID)
$211,490
$101.68/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
-44.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$202K – $816K
60 employed in Idaho
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in Idaho
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $201,820 |
| 25th percentile | $201,820 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $211,490 |
| 75th percentile | $450,010 |
| 90th percentile | $815,940 |
Top-Paying Industries for Surgeon (U.S.)
Which industries pay Surgeons the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Surgeons in Idaho tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $414,010 | 23K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $172,830 | 40 |
| Educational Services | $102,620 | 2K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Surgeon in Idaho vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Idaho) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $211,490 |
| 2026 (projected) | $217,835 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Idaho Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $211,490 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $217,835 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in Idaho
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $201,820 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $211,490 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $450,010 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $815,940 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in Idaho
How other high-demand occupations in Idaho compare to Surgeon ($211,490 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anesthesiologist in ID | $449,990 | +112.8% | $216.34/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in ID | $355,390 | +68.0% | $170.86/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in ID | $347,160 | +64.1% | $166.90/hr |
| Pediatrician in ID | $297,680 | +40.8% | $143.12/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in ID | $263,130 | +24.4% | $126.50/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in ID | $223,560 | +5.7% | $107.48/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in ID | $221,430 | +4.7% | $106.46/hr |
| Pharmacist in ID | $144,900 | -31.5% | $69.66/hr |
| Physician Assistant in ID | $133,790 | -36.7% | $64.32/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in ID | $132,540 | -37.3% | $63.72/hr |
| Podiatrist in ID | $124,610 | -41.1% | $59.91/hr |
| Dentist in ID | $124,190 | -41.3% | $59.71/hr |