Know your market value with insights across roles — from individual contributors to executive pay and overall company compensation trends.
Access a suite of powerful calculators to make data-driven career decisions.
Automate pay cycles, manage job architectures, and ensure pay equity with AI-powered compensation platforms.
Access validated salary benchmarks, labor market trends, and minimum wage data to stay competitive.
Participate in and purchase industry-specific salary surveys to obtain the most accurate, peer-reported pay data.
As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Hand Surgeon in Iowa is $512,979 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $247.
However, a Hand Surgeon's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
Compensation Planning
Develop a Job Description
Pay Equity
2026 Compensation Trend
Recruit with AI
AI Onboarding
Hand Surgeon Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $579,289 | $48,274 | $11,140 | $279 |
| Average | $512,979 | $42,748 | $9,865 | $247 |
| 25th Percentile | $458,543 | $38,212 | $8,818 | $220 |
iRecruitMD - Davenport, IA
Commonwealth Medical Services - Davenport, IA
The Iowa Clinic - West Des Moines, IA
Trinity Health - Bettendorf, IA
A Hand 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Hand 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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Hand Surgeon | $503,906 |
| Intermediate Level Hand Surgeon | $507,687 |
| Senior Level Hand Surgeon | $526,564 |
| Specialist Level Hand Surgeon | $557,975 |
| Expert Level Hand Surgeon | $563,584 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Hand Surgeons. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Hand Surgeon roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Hand Surgeon positions in Healthcare typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Hand Surgeon as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit | $615,575 | $296.0 | 20% |
Understanding how a Hand 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $579,289 | $48,274 | $11,140 | $279 |
| Average | $512,979 | $42,748 | $9,865 | $247 |
| 25th Percentile | $458,543 | $38,212 | $8,818 | $220 |
Ready to take the next step in your career? Browse thousands of current Hand Surgeon job openings on our job board. Use the search bar below to find your perfect match.
CompHealth
West Des Moines, IA
CompHealth | West Des Moines, IA
Orthopedic Hand Surgeon Opportunity in Iowa. Partner Track Position. West Des Moines has been recognized by several national publications and a metro-wide ... more
7 Days Ago
CompHealth.
West Des Moines, IA
CompHealth. | West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines has been recognized by several national publications and a metro-wide publication as a great place to live and conduct business. Your CompH... more
5 Days Ago
CompHealth.
West Burlington, IA
CompHealth. | West Burlington, IA
You will enjoy practicing in this community where people know and look out for each other. Feel right at home with its quality schools and many outdoor act... more
5 Days Ago
Neaman Plastic Surgery & Medi Spa
SALEM, OR
Neaman Plastic Surgery & Medi Spa | SALEM, OR
Restore Function. Change Lives. Build Your Career. Join One of Oregon's Premier Hand Therapy Teams. At Neaman Hand Therapy, we believe restoring hand funct... more
1 Month Ago
The Smilist Dental
GLEN MILLS, PA
The Smilist Dental | GLEN MILLS, PA
Spring Into a New Opportunity with a Team That Feels Like Home. As the season of renewal begins, our long-standing dental team in Brinton Lake, PA is excit... more
11 Days Ago
Norco Animal Hospital
NORCO, CA
Norco Animal Hospital | NORCO, CA
Veterinary Surgeon*Norco Animal Hospital a SoCalVet Group Hospital— Norco. Norco Animal Hospital is seeking an experienced *Veterinary Surgeon* to join our... more
1 Month Ago
Get a Salary Increase
Analyze the market and your qualifications to negotiate your salary with confidence.
Search Job Openings
Search thousands of open positions to find your next opportunity.
Adjust Employee Salary
Individualize employee pay based on unique job requirements and personal qualifications.
Price My Industry Jobs
Get the latest market price for benchmark jobs and jobs in your industry.
Use Salary.com's Cost of Living Calculator to find out what income you need to maintain your standard of living in a different city and how much more or less money you need to budget for basic expenses.
Explore Cost of Living CalculatorSalary.com experts will help you thrive your workplaces.
Salary.com provides salary survey data for thousands of industry Jobs.
Salary.com salary estimates, histograms, trends, and comparisons are derived from both employer job postings and third-party data sources. We also provide multiple percentiles of salary information for your reference, click here to know Why the Salary Midpoint Formula Is Crucial to Getting Pay Equity Right. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.
Salary.com's CompAnalyst platform offers:
