Pediatric Surgeon Salary in New Jersey (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Pediatric Surgeons in New Jersey, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New Jersey Median
$288,930
per year
Hourly Rate
$138.91
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-48% vs US median
US median $559,030
State Rank
#3 of 3
state estimate

How much does a Pediatric Surgeon make in New Jersey?

Pediatric Surgeons in New Jersey take home a median of $288,930 annually — roughly $138.91 an hour — which runs 48% below the national median of $559,030.

Within New Jersey, entry-level pay starts around $145,760 while the top 10% make $490,790 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $247,280 and $289,090 a year.

Pediatric Surgeon salary range in New Jersey

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$145,760$70.08
25th percentile (early career)$247,280$118.88
50th percentile (median)$288,930$138.91
75th percentile (experienced)$289,090$138.99
90th percentile (top earners)$490,790$235.96

How New Jersey compares

New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 3 states and territories for Pediatric Surgeon pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Ohio$488,160
2New York$378,110
3New Jersey$288,930

Pediatric Surgeon salary in other states

Working as a Pediatric Surgeon in New Jersey

Nationally, about 1,000 people work as Pediatric Surgeons in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare New Jersey pay ($288,930) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Pediatric Surgeon make in New Jersey?
The median Pediatric Surgeon salary in New Jersey is $288,930 per year, or about $138.91 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $145,760 at the entry level to $490,790 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New Jersey pay compare to the national average?
New Jersey pays Pediatric Surgeons about 48% less than the national median of $559,030. New Jersey ranks 3rd out of 3 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New Jersey a good state for Pediatric Surgeons?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $288,930 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New Jersey?
The highest-paying occupations in New Jersey include Radiologist ($482,700), Surgeon, All Other ($437,890), Physician, Pathologists ($355,970), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.