Pediatric Surgeon Salary in New York (2026)

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

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$378,110
per year
Hourly Rate
$181.78
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-32% vs US median
US median $559,030
State Rank
#2 of 3
90 employed here

How much does a Pediatric Surgeon make in New York?

Pediatric Surgeons in New York take home a median of $378,110 annually — roughly $181.78 an hour — which runs 32% below the national median of $559,030.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $224,280 while the top 10% make $588,210 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $293,440 and $588,210 a year.

Pediatric Surgeon salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$224,280$107.83
25th percentile (early career)$293,440$141.08
50th percentile (median)$378,110$181.78
75th percentile (experienced)$588,210$282.79
90th percentile (top earners)$588,210$282.79

How New York compares

New York ranks 2nd 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 York

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 York pay ($378,110) 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 York?
The median Pediatric Surgeon salary in New York is $378,110 per year, or about $181.78 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $224,280 at the entry level to $588,210 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Pediatric Surgeons about 32% less than the national median of $559,030. New York ranks 2nd out of 3 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Pediatric Surgeons?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $378,110 a year. About 90 Pediatric Surgeons are employed in New York. 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 York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), 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.