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Orthopedic Surgeon

A comprehensive guide to Orthopedic Surgeon licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$191,530 / yr

Min. Education

Specific course required

Job Outlook

See salary section for local market context

Top Paying State

Wisconsin

Coverage: 50 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
WI
WisconsinCompact: No
$546,740High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
VT
VermontCompact: Yes
$471,590High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
AZ
ArizonaCompact: Yes
$468,860High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseSpecific course requiredVaries by boardDetails
MI
MichiganCompact: Pending
$447,210High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
SC
South CarolinaCompact: Yes
$440,970High CoL Adjusted
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
NE
NebraskaCompact: No
$426,320High CoL Adjusted
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state board1-10 yearsDetails
Showing 1-6 of 50 states