Surgeon Salary in North Dakota
Based on 150+ workers in North Dakota
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (ND)
$604,890
$290.81/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
+60.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$231K – $681K
150 employed in North Dakota
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in North Dakota
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $231,280 |
| 25th percentile | $441,040 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $604,890 |
| 75th percentile | $668,080 |
| 90th percentile | $680,960 |
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 North Dakota 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 North Dakota vs National
| Year | Median Salary (North Dakota) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $604,890 |
| 2026 (projected) | $623,037 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | North Dakota Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $604,890 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $623,037 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in North Dakota
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $441,040 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $604,890 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $668,080 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $680,960 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in North Dakota
How other high-demand occupations in North Dakota compare to Surgeon ($604,890 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radiologist in ND | $553,140 | -8.6% | $265.93/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in ND | $414,060 | -31.5% | $199.07/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in ND | $392,890 | -35.0% | $188.89/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in ND | $338,400 | -44.1% | $162.69/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in ND | $280,100 | -53.7% | $134.66/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in ND | $244,240 | -59.6% | $117.42/hr |
| Pediatrician in ND | $234,950 | -61.2% | $112.96/hr |
| Dentist in ND | $220,660 | -63.5% | $106.09/hr |
| Pharmacist in ND | $142,040 | -76.5% | $68.29/hr |
| Physician Assistant in ND | $133,450 | -77.9% | $64.16/hr |
| Optometrist in ND | $132,110 | -78.2% | $63.51/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in ND | $130,070 | -78.5% | $62.53/hr |