Surgeon Salary in Vermont
Based on 160+ workers in Vermont
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (VT)
$438,530
$210.83/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
+16.1% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$176K – $498K
160 employed in Vermont
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in Vermont
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $175,810 |
| 25th percentile | $301,400 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $438,530 |
| 75th percentile | $497,590 |
| 90th percentile | $497,590 |
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 Vermont 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 Vermont vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Vermont) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $438,530 |
| 2026 (projected) | $451,686 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Vermont Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $438,530 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $451,686 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in Vermont
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $301,400 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $438,530 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $497,590 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $497,590 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in Vermont
How other high-demand occupations in Vermont compare to Surgeon ($438,530 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anesthesiologist in VT | $434,780 | -0.9% | $209.03/hr |
| Emergency Medicine Physician in VT | $430,820 | -1.8% | $207.13/hr |
| Obstetrician and Gynecologist in VT | $418,760 | -4.5% | $201.33/hr |
| Psychiatrist in VT | $302,770 | -31.0% | $145.56/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in VT | $283,060 | -35.5% | $136.09/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in VT | $239,340 | -45.4% | $115.07/hr |
| Internal Medicine Physician in VT | $228,670 | -47.9% | $109.94/hr |
| Pediatrician in VT | $215,350 | -50.9% | $103.53/hr |
| Dentist in VT | $204,960 | -53.3% | $98.54/hr |
| Nurse Midwife in VT | $151,030 | -65.6% | $72.61/hr |
| Physician Assistant in VT | $150,490 | -65.7% | $72.35/hr |
| Optometrist in VT | $137,290 | -68.7% | $66.00/hr |