Highest-Paying States for Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric

Ranked purely by BLS median annual wage — this does not account for cost of living or job availability. See best states for a balanced ranking.

1. 1Missouri$842,800
2. 2West Virginia$597,740
3. 3Wisconsin$572,060
4. 4Montana$560,820
5. 5Arizona$558,970
6. 6New Hampshire$555,670
7. 7Washington$553,310
8. 8Mississippi$544,130
9. 9Minnesota$537,830
10. 10Oklahoma$530,070
11. 11Nebraska$507,770
12. 12Virginia$478,710
13. 13Georgia$474,820
14. 14Florida$473,750
15. 15Illinois$426,580