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

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Thoracic Surgeon roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A Thoracic Surgeon's salary?

A Thoracic Surgeon's salary grows with experience: starting around $503,952 for beginners, reaching about $526,599 at mid-level, and approach $563,661 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Thoracic Surgeon?

Thoracic Surgeon salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Thoracic Surgeon roles are District of Columbia $579,422, California $577,224, Massachusetts $569,531. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Thoracic Surgeon roles make?

Salaries for Thoracic Surgeon level roles vary by specialization: Surgeon - Neurology: $724,203; Surgeon - Orthopedic: $550,069; Cardiothoracic Surgeon: $518,600; Surgeon - Cardiothoracic: $518,555; Surgeon - Pediatric: $511,042.

Thoracic Surgeon Salary in Delaware

How much does a Thoracic Surgeon make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Thoracic Surgeon in Delaware is $529,968 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $255.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $675,867
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $478,261 to $606,337
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $431,184

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Thoracic Surgeon Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$606,337	$50,528	$11,660	$292
Average	$529,968	$44,164	$10,192	$255
25th Percentile	$478,261	$39,855	$9,197	$230

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Key Factors That Influence Thoracic Surgeon Salaries

A Thoracic 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 Thoracic Surgeon Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Thoracic 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): $503,952
Early Career (1-2 years): $507,730
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $526,599
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $558,045
Expert (over 8 years): $563,661

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Thoracic Surgeon	$503,952
Intermediate Level Thoracic Surgeon	$507,730
Senior Level Thoracic Surgeon	$526,599
Specialist Level Thoracic Surgeon	$558,045
Expert Level Thoracic Surgeon	$563,661

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

District of Columbia: $579,422.
California: $577,224.
Massachusetts: $569,531.

District of Columbia $579,422 California $577,224 Massachusetts $569,531 Washington $567,438 New Jersey $567,229 Alaska $566,496 Connecticut $559,274 New York $556,344

Hawaii $546,976 Rhode Island $542,580 Maryland $539,597 Minnesota $535,515 Colorado $533,945 Illinois $533,422 Oregon $531,433 Delaware $529,968

New Hampshire $529,047 Virginia $526,985 Pennsylvania $520,967 Nevada $517,932 North Dakota $516,937 Michigan $515,368 Wisconsin $514,792 Vermont $513,641

Texas $510,448 Maine $510,239 Arizona $509,925 Ohio $509,559 Georgia $504,744 Indiana $502,337 Wyoming $501,866 Utah $501,133

Iowa $500,819 Kansas $498,307 Louisiana $497,575 North Carolina $497,313 Missouri $497,208 Florida $495,167 Montana $494,068 Nebraska $493,022

Kentucky $492,446 South Carolina $490,353 Tennessee $489,044 Idaho $488,521 New Mexico $484,701 Oklahoma $483,864 Alabama $480,776 South Dakota $475,595

Arkansas $472,769 West Virginia $471,251 Mississippi $466,699

Top Paying Cities for Thoracic 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: $527,582
Little Creek: $531,444
Magnolia: $530,680

Lincoln, DE $527,582 Little Creek, DE $531,444 Magnolia, DE $530,680 Milford, DE $528,922 Marydel, DE $529,790 Millsboro, DE $525,368 Millville, DE $526,179 Milton, DE $527,090

Nassau, DE $527,472 Ocean View, DE $526,090 Rehoboth Beach, DE $527,100 Seaford, DE $527,399 Selbyville, DE $525,216 Smyrna, DE $531,810 Viola, DE $529,361 Woodside, DE $530,785

Bear, DE $529,560 Newark, DE $529,361 Claymont, DE $530,444 Delaware City, DE $529,890 Hockessin, DE $529,314 Kirkwood, DE $529,790 Middletown, DE $529,994 Montchanin, DE $529,434

New Castle, DE $529,513 Odessa, DE $530,256 Port Penn, DE $530,612 Rockland, DE $529,487 Saint Georges, DE $529,827 Townsend, DE $530,643 Winterthur, DE $529,550 Lewes, DE $527,294

Wilmington, DE $529,340 Dover, DE $531,444 Dover Afb, DE $528,644 Bethany Beach, DE $525,536 Bethel, DE $526,080 Bridgeville, DE $527,320 Camden Wyoming, DE $529,947 Cheswold, DE $531,271

Clayton, DE $531,287 Dagsboro, DE $525,169 Delmar, DE $524,327 Ellendale, DE $525,918 Felton, DE $528,880 Fenwick Island, DE $525,284 Frankford, DE $524,369 Frederica, DE $529,403

Georgetown, DE $524,970 Greenwood, DE $527,404 Harbeson, DE $525,530 Harrington, DE $528,210 Hartly, DE $529,853 Houston, DE $527,456 Kenton, DE $531,313 Laurel, DE $524,656

Yorklyn, DE $529,471

Thoracic Surgeon Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Thoracic Surgeon roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 25% above the average. Conversely, Thoracic Surgeon positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Thoracic Surgeon as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Thoracic Surgeon

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$662,460	$318.0	25%

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

Understanding how a Thoracic 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.

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$478,261

Average $529,968/year

$606,337

$39,855

Average $44,164/month

$50,528

$9,197

Average $10,192/week

$11,660

$230

Average $255/hour

$292

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$606,337	$50,528	$11,660	$292
Average	$529,968	$44,164	$10,192	$255
25th Percentile	$478,261	$39,855	$9,197	$230

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