Surgeon Salary in Nevada
State-level salary data from BLS OES and H-1B filings
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NV)
$326,520
$156.98/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
-13.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$59K – $586K
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in Nevada
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $58,800 |
| 25th percentile | $116,170 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $326,520 |
| 75th percentile | $335,340 |
| 90th percentile | $586,320 |
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 Nevada 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 Nevada vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Nevada) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $326,520 |
| 2026 (projected) | $336,316 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Nevada Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $326,520 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $336,316 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in Nevada
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $116,170 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $326,520 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $335,340 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $586,320 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in Nevada
How other high-demand occupations in Nevada compare to Surgeon ($326,520 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologist in NV | $386,210 | +18.3% | $185.68/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NV | $251,550 | -23.0% | $120.94/hr |
| Psychiatrist in NV | $210,030 | -35.7% | $100.98/hr |
| Podiatrist in NV | $204,990 | -37.2% | $98.55/hr |
| Dentist in NV | $162,200 | -50.3% | $77.98/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in NV | $140,670 | -56.9% | $67.63/hr |
| Pharmacist in NV | $140,030 | -57.1% | $67.32/hr |
| Optometrist in NV | $135,650 | -58.5% | $65.22/hr |
| Physician Assistant in NV | $134,660 | -58.8% | $64.74/hr |
| Veterinarian in NV | $125,550 | -61.5% | $60.36/hr |
| Medical and Health Services Manager in NV | $119,990 | -63.3% | $57.69/hr |
| Dental Hygienist in NV | $115,290 | -64.7% | $55.43/hr |