Surgeon Salary in Kentucky
Based on 440+ workers in Kentucky
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (KY)
$162,160
$77.96/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
-57.1% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$65K – $469K
440 employed in Kentucky
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in Kentucky
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $64,630 |
| 25th percentile | $74,400 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $162,160 |
| 75th percentile | $468,680 |
| 90th percentile | $468,680 |
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 Kentucky 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 Kentucky vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Kentucky) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $162,160 |
| 2026 (projected) | $167,025 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Kentucky Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $162,160 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $167,025 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in Kentucky
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $74,400 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $162,160 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $468,680 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $468,680 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in Kentucky
How other high-demand occupations in Kentucky compare to Surgeon ($162,160 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in KY | $558,180 | +244.2% | $268.36/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in KY | $347,960 | +114.6% | $167.29/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in KY | $317,110 | +95.6% | $152.46/hr |
| Radiologist in KY | $279,990 | +72.7% | $134.61/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in KY | $248,730 | +53.4% | $119.58/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in KY | $241,530 | +48.9% | $116.12/hr |
| Psychiatrist in KY | $237,770 | +46.6% | $114.31/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in KY | $222,520 | +37.2% | $106.98/hr |
| Podiatrist in KY | $201,260 | +24.1% | $96.76/hr |
| Pediatrician in KY | $175,690 | +8.3% | $84.47/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in KY | $169,390 | +4.5% | $81.44/hr |
| Pharmacist in KY | $136,530 | -15.8% | $65.64/hr |