Orthopedic Surgeon Career in California
Based on 14 verified physician submissions from California
75/ 100
$732,000
Median Salary
-7% vs national
3.9/5
Satisfaction
79%
Would Choose Again
2,560
BLS Employed in California
Orthopedic Surgery Salary in California
25th Percentile
$600,000
Median
$732,000
75th Percentile
$810,000
Practice Settings in California
| Setting | Median Salary | Count |
|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | $810,000 | 7 |
| Hospital Employed | $732,000 | 4 |
| Academic | $500,000 | 3 |
SalaryDr Career Intelligence
Based on 14 verified physician submissions + BLS employment projections
0
/ 100
Very Good
* Limited data — score may shift as more physicians contribute
Score Breakdown
Salary
0
Satisfaction
0
Demand
0
Would Choose Again
0
Work-Life Balance
0
Training ROI
0
AI Resilience
0
Demand score powered by BLS Employment Projections (2024-2034): 4.1% projected growth (as fast as average)