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Neurosurgeon Salary in California

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Neurosurgeon in California.

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Demand: +7%
$850,000
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $408.65/hr
📊 80% Range: $562,500 – $1,187,500
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $562,500
25th % Junior $706,250
50th % Median $850,000
75th % Senior $1,018,750
90th % Top 10% $1,187,500
Base Annual Salary $850,000
Target Annual Bonus $102,000
Annual Stock / Equity $187,000
Total Compensation (TC) $1,139,000
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Verified Neurosurgeon Openings in California

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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Neurosurgeon

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Neurosurgeon

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$562,500
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Neurosurgeon

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$850,000
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Neurosurgeon

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$1,018,750
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$1,187,500

Neurosurgeon Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$938,400

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$924,800

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$911,200

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$870,400

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$870,400

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$870,400

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$850,000

California

COL Index: 142%
$850,000

Role Profile & Career Requirements

Neurosurgeons diagnose and operate on brain tumors, complex spinal fractures, cerebral aneurysms, and central nervous system disorders.

Required Education
M.D./D.O. + 7-Year Neurosurgical Residency + Spine/Cranial Fellowship
Experience Benchmark
11+ years post-undergrad
10-Year Projected Growth
+7%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Neurosurgeon make in California?

The median annual salary for a Neurosurgeon in California is $850,000, with entry-level professionals earning around $562,500 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $1,187,500.

What is the average hourly rate for a Neurosurgeon in California?

On average, a Neurosurgeon in California makes approximately $408.65 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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