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Orthopedic Surgeon Salary in California

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

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Demand: +8%
$656,250
/ year (Median Base Pay)
ðŸ’ĩ Hourly Equivalent: $315.50/hr
📊 80% Range: $475,000 – $987,500
📍 Regional Multiplier: +25% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $475,000
25th % Junior $565,625
50th % Median $656,250
75th % Senior $821,875
90th % Top 10% $987,500
Base Annual Salary $656,250
Target Annual Bonus $78,750
Annual Stock / Equity $144,375
Total Compensation (TC) $879,375
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Verified Orthopedic Surgeon Openings in California

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Salary Progression by Experience Level in California

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Orthopedic Surgeon

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Orthopedic Surgeon

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$475,000
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Orthopedic Surgeon

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$656,250
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Orthopedic Surgeon

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$821,875
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$987,500

Orthopedic Surgeon Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$724,500

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$714,000

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$703,500

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$672,000

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$672,000

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$672,000

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$656,250

California

COL Index: 142%
$656,250

Role Profile & Career Requirements

Orthopedic Surgeons diagnose, treat, and perform operative procedures on musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, and joint replacements.

Required Education
M.D. / D.O. + 5-Year Orthopedic Residency + Fellowship
Experience Benchmark
9+ years post-undergrad
10-Year Projected Growth
+8%

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Orthopedic Surgeon make in California?

The median annual salary for a Orthopedic Surgeon in California is $656,250, with entry-level professionals earning around $475,000 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $987,500.

What is the average hourly rate for a Orthopedic Surgeon in California?

On average, a Orthopedic Surgeon in California makes approximately $315.50 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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