As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Surgeon - Cardiothoracic in the United States is $536,196. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $332,886 to a high of $795,900, with most professionals earning between $429,776 and $672,135.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $672,135 | $56,011 | $12,926 | $323 |
| Average | $536,196 | $44,683 | $10,311 | $258 |
| 25th Percentile | $429,776 | $35,815 | $8,265 | $207 |
An entry-level Surgeon - Cardiothoracic with less than 1 year of experience earns about $487,951. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $495,807. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $534,385. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $590,578, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $600,612.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Surgeon - Cardiothoracic | $487,951 |
| Intermediate Level Surgeon - Cardiothoracic | $495,807 |
| Senior Level Surgeon - Cardiothoracic | $534,385 |
| Specialist Level Surgeon - Cardiothoracic | $590,578 |
| Expert Level Surgeon - Cardiothoracic | $600,612 |
| Entry Level | 9% |
| Mid Level | 8% |
| Senior Level | 0% |
| Top Level | 10% |
| Experienced | 12% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
What Am I Worth?
Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of March 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Surgeon - Cardiothoracic compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $231,993 in 2023 to approximately $237,504 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Surgeon - Cardiothoracic salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $536,196 | 80.8% | ||
| Bonus | $3,103 | 0.5% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $18,273 | 2.8% | ||
| 401K/403B | $12,250 | 1.8% | ||
| Disability | $8,629 | 1.3% | ||
| Healthcare | $6,371 | 1.0% | ||
| Pension | $10,500 | 1.6% | ||
| Time Off | $68,449 | 10.3% | ||
| Total Compensation | $663,771 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| No Diploma | 1.6% |
| High School | 2.5% |
| Bachelors | 0.8% |
| Masters | 2.5% |
| Doctorate | 92.6% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Surgeon - Cardiothoracic is $536,196. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Surgeon - Cardiothoracic is $258; the average weekly pay of Surgeon - Cardiothoracic is $10,311; the average monthly pay of Surgeon - Cardiothoracic is $44,683.
A Surgeon - Cardiothoracic's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Surgeon - Cardiothoracic earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Surgeon - Cardiothoracic is $672,926.
The highest pay for Surgeon - Cardiothoracic is $795,900.
The lowest pay for Surgeon - Cardiothoracic is $332,886.
Surgeon - Cardiothoracic specializes in the diagnosis, medical management, and surgical treatment of patients with diseases of the heart and lungs. Determines which instruments and method of surgery will be most successful in achieving desired outcome. Being a Surgeon - Cardiothoracic identifies need for tests or follow-up visits. Reviews patient history and confirms need for surgery. Additionally, Surgeon - Cardiothoracic may provide medical personnel with direction concerning patient care. May provide in-service training as needed to address new technology in health care treatment. Provides charting in compliance with all laws and regulations. Requires a MD degree from an accredited school. Typically reports to the chief of surgery. Requires a license to practice. Surgeon - Cardiothoracic's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement.
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