Surgeon Salary in Tennessee
Based on 490+ workers in Tennessee
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (TN)
$373,510
$179.57/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
-1.1% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$69K – $947K
490 employed in Tennessee
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in Tennessee
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $68,710 |
| 25th percentile | $78,300 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $373,510 |
| 75th percentile | $542,460 |
| 90th percentile | $946,560 |
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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Tennessee) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $373,510 |
| 2026 (projected) | $384,715 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Tennessee Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $373,510 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $384,715 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in Tennessee
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $78,300 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $373,510 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $542,460 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $946,560 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in Tennessee
How other high-demand occupations in Tennessee compare to Surgeon ($373,510 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardiologist in TN | $610,080 | +63.3% | $293.31/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in TN | $354,580 | -5.1% | $170.47/hr |
| Anesthesiologist in TN | $330,620 | -11.5% | $158.95/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in TN | $232,220 | -37.8% | $111.64/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in TN | $226,830 | -39.3% | $109.05/hr |
| Dentist in TN | $215,290 | -42.4% | $103.50/hr |
| Psychiatrist in TN | $214,880 | -42.5% | $103.31/hr |
| Podiatrist in TN | $212,470 | -43.1% | $102.15/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in TN | $211,450 | -43.4% | $101.66/hr |
| Pediatrician in TN | $176,210 | -52.8% | $84.72/hr |
| Optometrist in TN | $134,170 | -64.1% | $64.50/hr |
| Pharmacist in TN | $133,390 | -64.3% | $64.13/hr |