Is Vascular Surgery a Good Career in 2026?
Treating diseases of arteries, veins, and lymphatic system through open and endovascular techniques.
Based on BLS employment data and national physician surveys
SalaryDr Career Intelligence
Based on BLS employment data and national physician surveys
* Limited data — score may shift as more physicians contribute
Score Breakdown
Demand score powered by BLS Employment Projections (2024-2034): 3.9% projected growth (as fast as average)
Vascular Surgery Compensation & Earnings
Best States for Vascular Surgery Physicians (After Tax)
| State | BLS Median | After-Tax Income | Demand Signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | $556,400 | $544,159 | Low(140 jobs) |
| Louisiana | $544,450 | $521,583 | Limited(90 jobs) |
| Ohio | $505,370 | $488,693 | Moderate(960 jobs) |
| Michigan | $498,340 | $477,161 | Moderate(530 jobs) |
| Wisconsin | $478,880 | $445,358 | Moderate(730 jobs) |
Estimate Your Take-Home
Based on median Vascular Surgery salary of $371K/yr
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Take-Home Pay by State
How much a Vascular Surgery physician actually keeps after federal, state, and FICA taxes
Highest Take-Home States
Lowest Take-Home States
Tax impact: A Vascular Surgery physician keeps $273,357 more per year in North Dakota vs. Texas — a 73.6% difference on gross income of $371,280.
Assumes single filer, standard deduction, W-2 employment. State rates from Tax Foundation 2025. Gross salaries from BLS OEWS May 2024. FICA includes Social Security (6.2% up to $168,600) and Medicare (1.45% + 0.9% above $200K). Actual take-home varies with deductions, filing status, and local taxes.
Career Lifestyle
Job Market & Future Outlook
Job Market Outlook
BLS Employment Projections (2024-2034) for Vascular Surgery
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2024-2034. Includes wage/salary and self-employed physicians.
AI & Automation Impact
Endovascular and open vascular procedures require hands-on expertise that AI cannot replicate.
How Hard Is It to Match Into Vascular Surgery?
Vascular Surgery is a competitive specialty with a 88.5% match rate for U.S. MD seniors. There were 0.87 applicants per position (87 applicants for 100 spots). Matched applicants had significantly higher Step 2 CK scores (253 vs 246).
Match Rate by Step 2 CK Score
What Differentiates Matched Applicants
| Metric | Matched | Unmatched |
|---|---|---|
| Step 2 CK | 253 | 246 |
| Research Experiences | 4.6 | 4.5 |
| Publications | 13 | 8 |
| AOA Members | 14% | 17% |
| Programs Ranked | 23 | 12 |
Data from Charting Outcomes in the Match, National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), 2024. U.S. MD seniors. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Training & Getting Started
7 years of post-medical-school training, with subspecialty fellowship options
Subspecialty Fellowships
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According to SalaryDr Career Intelligence data (as of March 2026), the Physician Career Score for Vascular Surgery is 62/100. Median total compensation is $371,280. The BLS reports 25,100 practicing Vascular Surgeons nationally with 3.9% projected growth (2024-2034).