How much does an orthopedic surgeon make in California?
$253,400a year
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons in California. That is $121.84 an hour or $21,120 a month.
- Hourly
- $121.84
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 38
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $80,660Median: $253,400Highest 10%: $457,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $80,660 | $38.78 | |
| 25th | $103,500 | $49.74 | |
| Median | $253,400 | $121.84 | |
| 75th | $363,100 | $174.54 | |
| 90th | $457,000 | $219.72 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Sacramento, CA | $312,600 |
| San Diego, CA | $204,300 |
| Los Angeles, CA | $203,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orthopedic surgeons.
| 25. Ohio | $323,500 |
| 26. Kansas | $311,600 |
| 27. Arkansas | $262,500 |
| 28. California | $253,400 |
| 29. Alaska | $239,200 |
| 30. North Dakota | $239,200 |
| 31. Oregon | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $121.84 ($253,400 a year).
Do orthopedic surgeons make more in California than the national average?
No: $253,400 against $358,600 nationally, 29% less.
Where does California rank for orthopedic surgeon pay?
California ranks 28 of 38 states.
Which city in California pays orthopedic surgeons the most?
Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA, with a median of $312,600 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.