What are the main factors that influence a Flight 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 Flight Surgeon?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Flight Surgeon roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Flight Surgeon's salary?

A Flight Surgeon's salary grows with experience: a Clinical Informatics Manager (7+ years)earns $141,966, a Clinical Informatics Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $159,086, a Clinical Informatics Director (7+ years)earns $176,099, a Flight Surgeon (7+ years)earns $228,524, an SVP of Clinical Information (7+ years)earns $368,840,

What are the highest paying states for a Flight Surgeon?

Flight Surgeon salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Flight Surgeon roles are District of Columbia $245,078, California $244,148, Massachusetts $240,894. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Flight Surgeon roles make?

Salaries for Flight Surgeon level roles vary by specialization: Surgeon - Neurology: $724,940; Surgeon - Cardiothoracic: $518,844; Surgeon - Pediatric: $511,316; Surgeon - Trauma: $489,036; Surgeon - Vascular: $442,977.

Flight Surgeon Salary in Delaware

How much does a Flight Surgeon make in Delaware?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Flight Surgeon in Delaware is $224,160 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $108.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $278,738
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $203,215 to $252,728
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $184,146

10% $184,146

50% (Median) $224,160

90% $278,738

Flight Surgeon Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$252,728	$21,061	$4,860	$122
Average	$224,160	$18,680	$4,311	$108
25th Percentile	$203,215	$16,935	$3,908	$98

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Key Factors That Influence Flight Surgeon Salaries

A Flight 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 Flight Surgeon Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Flight 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): $141,966
Early Career (1-2 years): $159,086
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $176,099
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $228,524
Expert (over 8 years): $368,840

Levels	Salary
Clinical ... Level Flight Surgeon	$141,966
Clinical ... Level Flight Surgeon	$159,086
Clinical ... Level Flight Surgeon	$176,099
Flight Su... Level Flight Surgeon	$228,524
SVP of Cl... Level Flight Surgeon	$368,840

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How Do Flight 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 Flight Surgeons. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $245,078.
California: $244,148.
Massachusetts: $240,894.

District of Columbia $245,078 California $244,148 Massachusetts $240,894 Washington $240,009 New Jersey $239,920 Alaska $239,610 Connecticut $236,556 New York $235,316

Hawaii $231,354 Rhode Island $229,495 Maryland $228,233 Minnesota $226,506 Colorado $225,842 Illinois $225,621 Oregon $224,780 Delaware $224,160

New Hampshire $223,771 Virginia $222,898 Pennsylvania $220,353 Nevada $219,069 North Dakota $218,649 Michigan $217,984 Wisconsin $217,741 Vermont $217,254

Texas $215,904 Maine $215,815 Arizona $215,682 Ohio $215,528 Georgia $213,491 Indiana $212,473 Wyoming $212,274 Utah $211,964

Iowa $211,831 Kansas $210,769 Louisiana $210,459 North Carolina $210,348 Missouri $210,304 Florida $209,440 Montana $208,976 Nebraska $208,533

Kentucky $208,289 South Carolina $207,404 Tennessee $206,851 Idaho $206,629 New Mexico $205,013 Oklahoma $204,659 Alabama $203,353 South Dakota $201,162

Arkansas $199,967 West Virginia $199,325 Mississippi $197,399

Top Paying Cities for Flight 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: $223,151
Little Creek: $224,784
Magnolia: $224,461

Lincoln, DE $223,151 Little Creek, DE $224,784 Magnolia, DE $224,461 Milford, DE $223,717 Marydel, DE $224,085 Millsboro, DE $222,214 Millville, DE $222,558 Milton, DE $222,943

Nassau, DE $223,104 Ocean View, DE $222,520 Rehoboth Beach, DE $222,947 Seaford, DE $223,073 Selbyville, DE $222,150 Smyrna, DE $224,939 Viola, DE $223,903 Woodside, DE $224,505

Bear, DE $223,987 Newark, DE $223,903 Claymont, DE $224,362 Delaware City, DE $224,127 Hockessin, DE $223,883 Kirkwood, DE $224,085 Middletown, DE $224,171 Montchanin, DE $223,934

New Castle, DE $223,968 Odessa, DE $224,282 Port Penn, DE $224,432 Rockland, DE $223,956 Saint Georges, DE $224,100 Townsend, DE $224,446 Winterthur, DE $223,983 Lewes, DE $223,029

Wilmington, DE $223,895 Dover, DE $224,784 Dover Afb, DE $223,600 Bethany Beach, DE $222,285 Bethel, DE $222,516 Bridgeville, DE $223,040 Camden Wyoming, DE $224,151 Cheswold, DE $224,711

Clayton, DE $224,718 Dagsboro, DE $222,130 Delmar, DE $221,774 Ellendale, DE $222,447 Felton, DE $223,700 Fenwick Island, DE $222,179 Frankford, DE $221,792 Frederica, DE $223,921

Georgetown, DE $222,046 Greenwood, DE $223,076 Harbeson, DE $222,283 Harrington, DE $223,416 Hartly, DE $224,111 Houston, DE $223,098 Kenton, DE $224,729 Laurel, DE $221,913

Yorklyn, DE $223,950

Flight Surgeon Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Flight Surgeon roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Flight Surgeon positions in Biotechnology or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Flight Surgeon as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Flight Surgeon

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$268,992	$129.0	20%
Healthcare	$246,576	$119.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Flight 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.

$203,215

Average $224,160/year

$252,728

$16,935

Average $18,680/month

$21,061

$3,908

Average $4,311/week

$4,860

$98

Average $108/hour

$122

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$252,728	$21,061	$4,860	$122
Average	$224,160	$18,680	$4,311	$108
25th Percentile	$203,215	$16,935	$3,908	$98

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