How much does an orthopedic surgeon make in Illinois?
$426,600a year
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons in Illinois. That is $205.09 an hour or $35,550 a month.
- Hourly
- $205.09
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among states
- 15 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $115,300Median: $426,600Highest 10%: $797,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $115,300 | $55.44 | |
| 25th | $150,000 | $72.10 | |
| Median | $426,600 | $205.09 | |
| 75th | $613,400 | $294.91 | |
| 90th | $797,100 | $383.20 |
Cities in Illinois
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Chicago, IL | $446,500 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orthopedic surgeons.
| 12. Virginia | $478,700 |
| 13. Georgia | $474,800 |
| 14. Florida | $473,800 |
| 15. Illinois | $426,600 |
| 16. New York | $414,300 |
| 17. Michigan | $413,500 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $392,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make an hour in Illinois?
The median hourly pay in Illinois is $205.09 ($426,600 a year).
Do orthopedic surgeons make more in Illinois than the national average?
Yes: $426,600 against $358,600 nationally, 19% more.
Where does Illinois rank for orthopedic surgeon pay?
Illinois ranks 15 of 38 states.
Which city in Illinois pays orthopedic surgeons the most?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN, with a median of $446,500 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.