How much does a surgeon make in Fargo?
$604,900a year
Median yearly pay for surgeons in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area. That is $290.81 an hour or $50,410 a month.
- Hourly
- $290.81
- Vs. national median
- +46%
- Rank among cities
- 6 of 74
- Jobs in the area
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $231,300Median: $604,900Highest 10%: $673,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $231,300 | $111.20 | |
| 25th | $604,900 | $290.81 | |
| Median | $604,900 | $290.81 | |
| 75th | $604,900 | $290.81 | |
| 90th | $673,500 | $323.81 |
Other cities in North Dakota
Median yearly pay for surgeons.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Fargo
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physician | $419,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $338,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $276,500 |
| Nurse Anesthetist | $241,600 |
| Pediatrician | $235,000 |
| Dentist | $198,600 |
| Pharmacist | $142,000 |
| Physician Assistant | $136,600 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,100 |
| Veterinarian | $101,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgeon make an hour in Fargo?
The median hourly pay in the Fargo, ND-MN metro area is $290.81 ($604,900 a year).
Do surgeons make more in Fargo than the national average?
Yes: $604,900 against $414,000 nationally, 46% more.
How does Fargo compare with the rest of North Dakota?
The median in North Dakota is $604,900, so Fargo pays 0% more.
Where does Fargo rank for surgeon pay?
6 of 74 metro areas with data.
How much does a surgeon make starting out in Fargo?
The lowest-paid 10% make $231,300 or less a year; the top 10% make $673,500 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.