What surgeons, all other earn in Kentucky 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington-Fayette, KY | $128,960 | $62.00 | 330 |
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $437,390 | $210.29 | 150 |
| Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH | $493,720 | $237.36 | 30 |
Surgeons, All Other in Kentucky earned a median of $162,160 a year ($77.96 an hour) in May 2025, 61% less than the national median of $414,010. The middle half earned $74,400 to $468,680.
Among areas in Kentucky, pay was highest in Huntington-Ashland, WV-KY-OH at $493,720.
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.