How much does a pediatric surgeon make in New Jersey?
$288,900a year
Median yearly pay for pediatric surgeons in New Jersey. That is $138.91 an hour or $24,080 a month.
- Hourly
- $138.91
- Vs. national median
- -48%
- Rank among states
- 3 of 4
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $145,800Median: $288,900Highest 10%: $490,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $145,800 | $70.08 | |
| 25th | $247,300 | $118.88 | |
| Median | $288,900 | $138.91 | |
| 75th | $289,100 | $138.99 | |
| 90th | $490,800 | $235.96 |
Cities in New Jersey
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| New York, NY | $293,400 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for pediatric surgeons.
| 1. Ohio | $488,200 |
| 2. New York | $378,100 |
| 3. New Jersey | $288,900 |
| 4. Texas | $239,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a pediatric surgeon make an hour in New Jersey?
The median hourly pay in New Jersey is $138.91 ($288,900 a year).
Do pediatric surgeons make more in New Jersey than the national average?
No: $288,900 against $559,000 nationally, 48% less.
Where does New Jersey rank for pediatric surgeon pay?
New Jersey ranks 3 of 4 states.
Which city in New Jersey pays pediatric surgeons the most?
New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ, with a median of $293,400 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.