Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salary in California

How much does a Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive in California is $513,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $247.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $653,733
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $463,620 to $586,760
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $418,480
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Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $586,760 $48,897 $11,284 $282
Average $513,200 $42,767 $9,869 $247
25th Percentile $463,620 $38,635 $8,916 $223
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Key Factors That Influence Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salaries

A Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive'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 Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive'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): $493,213
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $496,913
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $515,389
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $546,135
  • Expert (over 8 years): $551,625
Levels Salary
Entry Level Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive$493,213
Intermediate Level Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive$496,913
Senior Level Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive$515,389
Specialist Level Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive$546,135
Expert Level Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive$551,625
$493,213 0 yr
$496,913 < 2 yrs
$515,389 2-4 yrs
$546,135 5-8 yrs
$551,625 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructives

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:

  • Los Angeles: $514,080
  • West Hollywood: $513,710
  • Dodgertown: $514,080

Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $544,362. While startup companies pay approximate $463,874.

Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$463,874
Growth Stage51~500$489,681
Established501~5000$526,562
Enterprise5000+$544,362

Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$667,160$321.030%

Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Surgeon Cosmetic and Reconstructive'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

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