How much does an orthopedic surgeon make in Iowa?
$189,400a year
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons in Iowa. That is $91.06 an hour or $15,780 a month.
- Hourly
- $91.06
- Vs. national median
- -47%
- Rank among states
- 37 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $124,500Median: $189,400Highest 10%: $540,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $124,500 | $59.86 | |
| 25th | $131,300 | $63.14 | |
| Median | $189,400 | $91.06 | |
| 75th | $355,300 | $170.81 | |
| 90th | $540,000 | $259.61 |
Cities in Iowa
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Omaha, NE | $534,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orthopedic surgeons.
| 34. Utah | $239,200 |
| 35. Vermont | $239,200 |
| 36. Texas | $200,800 |
| 37. Iowa | $189,400 |
| 38. Indiana | $177,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make an hour in Iowa?
The median hourly pay in Iowa is $91.06 ($189,400 a year).
Do orthopedic surgeons make more in Iowa than the national average?
No: $189,400 against $358,600 nationally, 47% less.
Where does Iowa rank for orthopedic surgeon pay?
Iowa ranks 37 of 38 states.
Which city in Iowa pays orthopedic surgeons the most?
Omaha, NE-IA, with a median of $534,800 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.