How much does a surgeon make in Charleston?
$619,300a year
Median yearly pay for surgeons in the Charleston, WV metro area. That is $297.75 an hour or $51,610 a month.
- Hourly
- $297.75
- Vs. national median
- +50%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 74
- Jobs in the area
- 60
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $125,000Median: $619,300Highest 10%: $638,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $125,000 | $60.07 | |
| 25th | $551,200 | $265.00 | |
| Median | $619,300 | $297.75 | |
| 75th | $638,900 | $307.14 | |
| 90th | $638,900 | $307.14 |
Other cities in West Virginia
Median yearly pay for surgeons.
| Washington, DC | $224,900 |
Related jobs in Charleston
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Radiologist | $482,700 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $344,300 |
| Physician | $285,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $280,300 |
| Dentist | $153,000 |
| Pharmacist | $131,700 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $129,300 |
| Physician Assistant | $126,600 |
| Veterinarian | $112,100 |
| Physical Therapist | $103,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgeon make an hour in Charleston?
The median hourly pay in the Charleston, WV metro area is $297.75 ($619,300 a year).
Do surgeons make more in Charleston than the national average?
Yes: $619,300 against $414,000 nationally, 50% more.
How does Charleston compare with the rest of West Virginia?
The median in West Virginia is $468,200, so Charleston pays 32% more.
Where does Charleston rank for surgeon pay?
3 of 74 metro areas with data.
How much does a surgeon make starting out in Charleston?
The lowest-paid 10% make $125,000 or less a year; the top 10% make $638,900 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.