Neurosurgery Resident Salary in the United States

How much does a Neurosurgery Resident make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Neurosurgery Resident in the United States is $65,525 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $32.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $81,354
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $58,110 to $73,810
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $51,360
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Neurosurgery Resident Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
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Weekly
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Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $73,810 $6,151 $1,419 $35
Average $65,525 $5,460 $1,260 $32
25th Percentile $58,110 $4,843 $1,118 $28
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Key Factors That Influence Neurosurgery Resident Salaries

A Neurosurgery Resident'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 Neurosurgery Resident Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Neurosurgery Resident'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): $48,594
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $53,559
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $67,069
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $81,336
  • Expert (over 8 years): $105,190
Levels Salary
Traffic C... Level Neurosurgery Resident$48,594
Traffic C... Level Neurosurgery Resident$53,559
Neurosurg... Level Neurosurgery Resident$67,069
Traffic S... Level Neurosurgery Resident$81,336
Traffic M... Level Neurosurgery Resident$105,190
$48,594 0 yr
$53,559 < 2 yrs
$67,069 2-4 yrs
$81,336 5-8 yrs
$105,190 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Neurosurgery Residents

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:

  • San Jose: $82,646
  • San Francisco: $81,741
  • Oakland: $80,019

What Skills Can Increase a Neurosurgery Resident's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 10.69% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Warehouse Management System (Mentioned in 3.69% Job Postings): A set of policies and processes intended to organise the work of a warehouse or distribution centre, and ensure that such a facility can operate efficiently and meet its objectives.
  • ERP (Mentioned in 0.92% Job Postings): Enterprise resource planning (ERP) refers to a type of software that organizations use to manage day-to-day business activities such as accounting, procurement, project management, risk management and compliance, and supply chain operations.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 10.69%
Warehouse Management System 3.69%
ERP 0.92%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Neurosurgery Resident's salary.
  • Microsoft Word: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Continuous Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 21%.
  • Billing: Can increase your salary by up to 13%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Microsoft Word
$79,285
21%
Continuous Improvement
$79,285
21%
Billing
$74,043
13%
Scheduling
$72,732
11%
Project Management
$69,456
6%
Alignment
$68,146
4%
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Neurosurgery Resident Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Neurosurgery Resident roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Biotechnology and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Neurosurgery Resident positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Neurosurgery Resident as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Neurosurgery Resident

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Biotechnology$98,287$47.050%
Financial Services$91,735$44.040%
Internet$88,458$43.035%
Software & Networking$85,182$41.030%
Pharmaceuticals$81,906$39.025%

Neurosurgery Resident Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Neurosurgery Resident'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

Salary Trends for Neurosurgery Resident

Salaries for a Neurosurgery Resident can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $54,625 in 2023 to around $54,367 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Neurosurgery Resident salary trends, .

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FAQ about Neurosurgery Resident

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Neurosurgery Resident?

The Biotechnology industry offers the highest average compensation for Neurosurgery Resident roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

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