What surgeons, all other earn in Illinois and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $462,620 | $222.41 | 340 |
| Springfield, IL | $438,010 | $210.58 | 80 |
| Champaign-Urbana, IL | $71,050 | $34.16 | – |
Surgeons, All Other in Illinois earned a median of $438,010 a year ($210.58 an hour) in May 2025, 6% more than the national median of $414,010. The middle half earned $83,470 to $568,540.
Among areas in Illinois, pay was highest in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN at $462,620.
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.