How much does a surgeon make in Georgia?
$502,100a year
Median yearly pay for surgeons in Georgia. That is $241.38 an hour or $41,840 a month.
- Hourly
- $241.38
- Vs. national median
- +21%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 300
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $234,000Median: $502,100Highest 10%: $683,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $234,000 | $112.50 | |
| 25th | $368,200 | $177.00 | |
| Median | $502,100 | $241.38 | |
| 75th | $529,100 | $254.38 | |
| 90th | $683,500 | $328.59 |
Cities in Georgia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Atlanta, GA | $529,100 |
| Chattanooga, TN | $239,200 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for surgeons.
| 3. Ohio | $554,200 |
| 4. Oklahoma | $553,800 |
| 5. New Hampshire | $534,900 |
| 6. Georgia | $502,100 |
| 7. Washington | $479,500 |
| 8. West Virginia | $468,200 |
| 9. Indiana | $459,300 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgeon make an hour in Georgia?
The median hourly pay in Georgia is $241.38 ($502,100 a year).
Do surgeons make more in Georgia than the national average?
Yes: $502,100 against $414,000 nationally, 21% more.
Where does Georgia rank for surgeon pay?
Georgia ranks 6 of 47 states.
Which city in Georgia pays surgeons the most?
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA, with a median of $529,100 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.