What are the main factors that influence a Cardiothoracic Surgeon's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Cardiothoracic Surgeon?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Cardiothoracic Surgeon roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Cardiothoracic Surgeon's salary?

A Cardiothoracic Surgeon's salary grows with experience: starting around $504,842 for beginners, reaching about $527,537 at mid-level, and approach $564,647 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon?

Cardiothoracic Surgeon salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Cardiothoracic Surgeon roles are District of Columbia $574,400, California $572,200, Massachusetts $564,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Cardiothoracic Surgeon roles make?

Salaries for Cardiothoracic Surgeon level roles vary by specialization: pediatric cardiothoracic surgeon: $592,477; Cardiothoracic Surgery: $524,563; Surgeon - Cardiothoracic: $518,699; Surgeon - Trauma: $488,921; Cardiothoracic Anesthesiologist: $447,164.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary in Delaware

How much does a Cardiothoracic Surgeon make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon in Delaware is $525,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $253.

However, a Cardiothoracic Surgeon's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $669,157
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $474,600 to $600,600
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $428,440

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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$600,600	$50,050	$11,550	$289
Average	$525,300	$43,775	$10,102	$253
25th Percentile	$474,600	$39,550	$9,127	$228

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Key Factors That Influence Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salaries

A Cardiothoracic Surgeon's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Cardiothoracic Surgeon's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $504,842
Early Career (1-2 years): $508,628
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $527,537
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $559,024
Expert (over 8 years): $564,647

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Cardiothoracic Surgeon	$504,842
Intermediate Level Cardiothoracic Surgeon	$508,628
Senior Level Cardiothoracic Surgeon	$527,537
Specialist Level Cardiothoracic Surgeon	$559,024
Expert Level Cardiothoracic Surgeon	$564,647

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How Do Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Cardiothoracic Surgeons. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $574,400.
California: $572,200.
Massachusetts: $564,600.

District of Columbia $574,400 California $572,200 Massachusetts $564,600 Washington $562,500 New Jersey $562,300 Alaska $561,500 Connecticut $554,400 New York $551,500

Hawaii $542,200 Rhode Island $537,800 Maryland $534,900 Minnesota $530,800 Colorado $529,300 Illinois $528,800 Oregon $526,800 Delaware $525,300

New Hampshire $524,400 Virginia $522,400 Pennsylvania $516,400 Nevada $513,400 North Dakota $512,400 Michigan $510,900 Wisconsin $510,300 Vermont $509,200

Texas $506,000 Maine $505,800 Arizona $505,500 Ohio $505,100 Georgia $500,300 Indiana $497,900 Wyoming $497,500 Utah $496,800

Iowa $496,400 Kansas $494,000 Louisiana $493,200 North Carolina $493,000 Missouri $492,900 Florida $490,800 Montana $489,800 Nebraska $488,700

Kentucky $488,100 South Carolina $486,100 Tennessee $484,800 Idaho $484,300 New Mexico $480,500 Oklahoma $479,600 Alabama $476,600 South Dakota $471,400

Arkansas $468,600 West Virginia $467,100 Mississippi $462,600

Top Paying Cities for Cardiothoracic Surgeons

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $523,000
Little Creek: $526,800
Magnolia: $526,000

Lincoln, DE $523,000 Little Creek, DE $526,800 Magnolia, DE $526,000 Milford, DE $524,300 Marydel, DE $525,200 Millsboro, DE $520,800 Millville, DE $521,600 Milton, DE $522,500

Nassau, DE $522,900 Ocean View, DE $521,500 Rehoboth Beach, DE $522,500 Seaford, DE $522,800 Selbyville, DE $520,600 Smyrna, DE $527,200 Viola, DE $524,700 Woodside, DE $526,100

Bear, DE $524,900 Newark, DE $524,700 Claymont, DE $525,800 Delaware City, DE $525,300 Hockessin, DE $524,700 Kirkwood, DE $525,200 Middletown, DE $525,400 Montchanin, DE $524,800

New Castle, DE $524,900 Odessa, DE $525,600 Port Penn, DE $526,000 Rockland, DE $524,900 Saint Georges, DE $525,200 Townsend, DE $526,000 Winterthur, DE $524,900 Lewes, DE $522,700

Wilmington, DE $524,700 Dover, DE $526,800 Dover Afb, DE $524,000 Bethany Beach, DE $520,900 Bethel, DE $521,500 Bridgeville, DE $522,700 Camden Wyoming, DE $525,300 Cheswold, DE $526,600

Clayton, DE $526,600 Dagsboro, DE $520,600 Delmar, DE $519,700 Ellendale, DE $521,300 Felton, DE $524,300 Fenwick Island, DE $520,700 Frankford, DE $519,800 Frederica, DE $524,800

Georgetown, DE $520,400 Greenwood, DE $522,800 Harbeson, DE $520,900 Harrington, DE $523,600 Hartly, DE $525,200 Houston, DE $522,800 Kenton, DE $526,700 Laurel, DE $520,100

Yorklyn, DE $524,800

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Cardiothoracic Surgeon salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $557,197. While startup companies pay approximate $474,811.

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$474,811
Growth Stage	51~500	$501,227
Established	501~5000	$538,977
Enterprise	5000+	$557,197

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Cardiothoracic Surgeon roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, Cardiothoracic Surgeon positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Cardiothoracic Surgeon as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$656,625	$316.0	25%

Cardiothoracic Surgeon Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Cardiothoracic Surgeon's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$474,600

Average $525,300/year

$600,600

$39,550

Average $43,775/month

$50,050

$9,127

Average $10,102/week

$11,550

$228

Average $253/hour

$289

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$600,600	$50,050	$11,550	$289
Average	$525,300	$43,775	$10,102	$253
25th Percentile	$474,600	$39,550	$9,127	$228

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