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Source: SalaryDr salary data for Orthopedic Surgery in Georgia (Private Practice) (N=3 verified submissions, updated February 12, 2026, data as of 2026-02-12). URL: https://www.salarydr.com

Last updated: February 12, 2026 | Based on 3 verified submissions

Orthopedic Surgery Salary in Georgia - Private Practice

Real compensation data for orthopedic surgeons working in private practice settings in Georgia.

$800,000
Median Salary
$813,333
Average
3
Responses
55
Hours/Week

Median

$800,000

Average

$813,333

25th

$690,000

75th

$950,000

Based on 3 physician salaries

Salary Distribution

$690,000 – $950,000
25th
$690,000
Median
$800,000
75th
$950,000
Middle 50% earn
$690,000 – $950,000
Median salary
$800,000
Average salary
$813,333

Salary Range

Minimum$690,000
Maximum$950,000

Percentiles

25th$690,000
75th$950,000

Breakdown

Monthly$66,667
Hourly$385

How This Compares

vs. All Orthopedic Surgery in GeorgiaView →
This setting: $800,000
All settings: $750,000(7%)
vs. All Private Practice nationwideView →
Georgia: $800,000
National: $820,000(-2%)
vs. All Orthopedic Surgery nationwideView →
Private Practice in Georgia: $800,000
All Orthopedic Surgery: $800,000(0%)

Salary Range

25th Percentile:$690,000
75th Percentile:$950,000
Range:$690,000 - $950,000
Hourly Rate:$284/hr

Call Schedule Insights

Based on 1 responses, Private Practice Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Georgia report the following call schedule patterns:

Average work week: 55 hours

Orthopedic Surgery Salaries by City in Georgia

Explore city-level salary data for Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Georgia. Note: City pages show all practice settings combined.

Atlanta1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Orthopedic Surgery salary for Private Practice in Georgia?

The average Orthopedic Surgery salary for Private Practice settings in Georgia is $813,333, with a median of $800,000. This is based on 3 verified submissions.

How does Private Practice compensation compare to other practice settings in Georgia?

Private Practice physicians in Georgia earn a median of $800,000, compared to $750,000 for all Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Georgia. This represents a 7% higher salary than the state average.

What factors influence salary in Private Practice settings?

Key factors include years of experience (5 years average in this data), geographic location within Georgia, subspecialty training, and individual productivity metrics. Private Practice settings often reward productivity and practice ownership.

How does Private Practice salary in Georgia compare to the national average?

Private Practice Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Georgia earn a median of $800,000, compared to $820,000 nationally for Private Practice settings. This is -2% below the national average for Private Practice settings.

What are the typical work hours for Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Private Practice settings?

Private Practice Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Georgia work an average of 55 hours per week. Private practice hours can vary significantly based on practice ownership and patient volume.

What are the benefits of working in Private Practice settings?

Private Practice settings offer Higher earning potential, Practice ownership, Clinical autonomy. However, physicians should also consider challenges such as Business responsibilities and Financial risk.

How many Orthopedic Surgery physicians work in Private Practice settings in Georgia?

Based on our database, we have 3 verified submissions from Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Private Practice settings in Georgia. This represents approximately 60% of all Orthopedic Surgery submissions from Georgia.

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Salary Comparison

Location Statistics

Average Salary

$813,333

Median Salary

$800,000

Salary Range

$690,000 - $950,000

National Comparison

National Average

$958,296

Difference

-15% vs National Average

Sample Size

3 local / 51 national reports

Salary Distribution

Distribution based on 3 verified physician salary submissions.

Median Salary: $800,000

Physician Satisfaction in Orthopedic Surgery

Satisfaction Rating

4.7/5

Average satisfaction rating reported by Orthopedic Surgery physicians (1-5 scale).

Would Choose Again

67%

Percentage of Orthopedic Surgery physicians who would choose this specialty again.

Career Satisfaction

Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.

Primary Challenges

On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.

Salary by Experience Level

3-5 years
Average Salary
$875,000
Sample Size
2 submissions
6-10 years
Average Salary
$690,000
Sample Size
1 submissions
Years of ExperienceAverage SalarySample Size
3-5 years$875,0002 submissions
6-10 years$690,0001 submissions

* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.

Take-Home Pay Calculator

Total Salary
$800,000
Federal Income Tax
-$254,186
State Income Tax
-$46,000
FICA Tax
-$27,453
Take-Home Pay
$472,361
Monthly
$39,363
Taxes (41.0%)
Take-Home (59.0%)
Based on single filing status in Georgia. Results may vary.