What surgeons, all other earn in Virginia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV | $224,860 | $108.11 | 340 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $252,140 | $121.22 | 30 |
| Richmond, VA | $259,310 | $124.67 | – |
Surgeons, All Other in Virginia earned a median of $360,510 a year ($173.32 an hour) in May 2025, 13% less than the national median of $414,010. The middle half earned $124,470 to $461,450.
Among areas in Virginia, pay was highest in Richmond, VA at $259,310.
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.