Surgeon Salary in Massachusetts
Based on 770+ workers in Massachusetts
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (MA)
$387,150
$186.13/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
+2.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$76K – $561K
770 employed in Massachusetts
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in Massachusetts
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $75,980 |
| 25th percentile | $90,370 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $387,150 |
| 75th percentile | $516,620 |
| 90th percentile | $561,250 |
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 Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Massachusetts) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $387,150 |
| 2026 (projected) | $398,765 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Massachusetts Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $387,150 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $398,765 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in Massachusetts
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $90,370 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $387,150 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $516,620 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $561,250 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in Massachusetts
How other high-demand occupations in Massachusetts compare to Surgeon ($387,150 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologist in MA | $426,560 | +10.2% | $205.08/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in MA | $356,230 | -8.0% | $171.26/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in MA | $295,550 | -23.7% | $142.09/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in MA | $285,250 | -26.3% | $137.14/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in MA | $277,490 | -28.3% | $133.41/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in MA | $272,240 | -29.7% | $130.88/hr |
| Pediatrician in MA | $221,170 | -42.9% | $106.33/hr |
| Podiatrist in MA | $217,700 | -43.8% | $104.66/hr |
| Dentist in MA | $181,600 | -53.1% | $87.31/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in MA | $159,800 | -58.7% | $76.83/hr |
| Optometrist in MA | $151,730 | -60.8% | $72.95/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in MA | $142,440 | -63.2% | $68.48/hr |