How much does an orthopedic surgeon make in Pennsylvania?
$354,000a year
Median yearly pay for orthopedic surgeons in Pennsylvania. That is $170.20 an hour or $29,500 a month.
- Hourly
- $170.20
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 38
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $87,640Median: $354,000Highest 10%: $587,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $87,640 | $42.13 | |
| 25th | $314,000 | $150.96 | |
| Median | $354,000 | $170.20 | |
| 75th | $399,200 | $191.92 | |
| 90th | $587,800 | $282.59 |
Cities in Pennsylvania
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Allentown, PA | $529,900 |
| Philadelphia, PA | $341,800 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for orthopedic surgeons.
| 17. Michigan | $413,500 |
| 18. Massachusetts | $392,300 |
| 19. Colorado | $385,400 |
| 20. Pennsylvania | $354,000 |
| 21. New Jersey | $341,400 |
| 22. Tennessee | $325,500 |
| 23. Alabama | $324,600 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an orthopedic surgeon make an hour in Pennsylvania?
The median hourly pay in Pennsylvania is $170.20 ($354,000 a year).
Do orthopedic surgeons make more in Pennsylvania than the national average?
No: $354,000 against $358,600 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Pennsylvania rank for orthopedic surgeon pay?
Pennsylvania ranks 20 of 38 states.
Which city in Pennsylvania pays orthopedic surgeons the most?
Allentown-Bethlehem-Easton, PA-NJ, with a median of $529,900 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.