How much does an orthopedic surgeon make in Memphis?
$325,500a year
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area. That is $156.50 an hour or $27,130 a month.
- Hourly
- $156.50
- Vs. national median
- -9%
- Rank among cities
- 20 of 44
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $212,700Median: $325,500Highest 10%: $633,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $212,700 | $102.25 | |
| 25th | $212,700 | $102.25 | |
| Median | $325,500 | $156.50 | |
| 75th | $394,300 | $189.59 | |
| 90th | $633,000 | $304.31 |
Other cities in Tennessee
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Memphis
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $389,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $298,600 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $256,200 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $243,200 |
| Dentist | $238,000 |
| Pediatrician | $168,200 |
| Pharmacist | $134,200 |
| Optometrist | $129,100 |
| Veterinarian | $125,100 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $124,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make an hour in Memphis?
The median hourly pay in the Memphis, TN-MS-AR metro area is $156.50 ($325,500 a year).
Do orthopedic surgeons make more in Memphis than the national average?
No: $325,500 against $358,600 nationally, 9% less.
How does Memphis compare with the rest of Tennessee?
The median in Tennessee is $325,500, so Memphis pays 0% more.
Where does Memphis rank for orthopedic surgeon pay?
20 of 44 metro areas with data.
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make starting out in Memphis?
The lowest-paid 10% make $212,700 or less a year; the top 10% make $633,000 or more.
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.