Pediatric Surgeon salary in New Jersey
What pediatric surgeons earn in New Jersey and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Median pay$288,930$138.91 per hour
vs U.S.−48%U.S. median $559,030
Middle half earn$247,280 – $289,090Top 10%: $490,790+
Jobs–In New Jersey
Pediatric Surgeon pay in New Jersey cities
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ | $293,440 | $141.08 | 110 |
Hospitals and jobs in New Jersey
Pediatric Surgeon pay in similar states
Other healthcare salaries in New Jersey
Home Health and Personal Care Aides · $37,090 Registered Nurses · $106,500 Nursing Assistants · $46,830 Medical Assistants · $47,210 Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses · $75,160 Pharmacy Technicians · $39,610 Dental Assistants · $49,390 Nurse Practitioners · $159,310 Physical Therapists · $112,140 Physicians, All Other · $285,010 Pharmacists · $137,620 Dental Hygienists · $107,040
Questions
How much does a pediatric surgeon make in New Jersey?
Pediatric Surgeons in New Jersey earned a median of $288,930 a year ($138.91 an hour) in May 2025, 48% less than the national median of $559,030. The middle half earned $247,280 to $289,090.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.