Surgeon Salary in New Jersey
Based on 680+ workers in New Jersey
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (NJ)
$437,890
$210.52/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
+16.0% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$82K – —
680 employed in New Jersey
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in New Jersey
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $82,230 |
| 25th percentile | $269,700 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $437,890 |
| 75th percentile | $778,500 |
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 New Jersey 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 New Jersey vs National
| Year | Median Salary (New Jersey) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $437,890 |
| 2026 (projected) | $451,027 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | New Jersey Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $437,890 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $451,027 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in New Jersey
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $269,700 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $437,890 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $778,500 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $934,200 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in New Jersey
How other high-demand occupations in New Jersey compare to Surgeon ($437,890 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologist in NJ | $482,700 | +10.2% | $232.07/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in NJ | $315,340 | -28.0% | $151.61/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in NJ | $292,170 | -33.3% | $140.47/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in NJ | $291,350 | -33.5% | $140.07/hr |
| Cardiologist in NJ | $286,540 | -34.6% | $137.76/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in NJ | $228,870 | -47.7% | $110.03/hr |
| Pediatrician in NJ | $201,560 | -54.0% | $96.90/hr |
| Psychiatrist in NJ | $194,070 | -55.7% | $93.30/hr |
| Dentist in NJ | $171,330 | -60.9% | $82.37/hr |
| Physician Assistant in NJ | $165,690 | -62.2% | $79.66/hr |
| Podiatrist in NJ | $160,300 | -63.4% | $77.07/hr |
| Veterinarian in NJ | $160,140 | -63.4% | $76.99/hr |