According to SalaryDr data from 12 verified orthopedic surgery physicians in Illinois, the median total compensation for Orthopedic Surgery in 2026 is $800,000. The 25th percentile is $750,000 and the 75th percentile is $880,000. Base salary: $755,000. Bonuses: $123,033 (14% receive). Satisfaction: 3.8/5. Workload: ~53 hrs/week. Source: https://www.salarydr.com/specialty/orthopedic-surgery/illinois Sample size: 12. Last updated: March 29, 2026.
As of March 29, 2026, an Orthopedic Surgeon in Illinois earns approximately $800,000 per year ($66,667 monthly). Based on an average 53-hour work week, this translates to about $321 per hour. Looking for a broader view? See the Orthopedic Surgeon salary overview or compare nearby states below.
From 12 verified physician salary submissions in Illinois, SalaryDr is seeing total compensation ranging from $750,000 to $880,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $1,800,000 annually. Compared to the national median of $800,000, Orthopedic Surgeon salaries in Illinois are in line with the national median.
In Illinois, the salary progression for orthopedic surgeon physicians shows significant growth potential. Entry-level positions start at $910,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $846,067 - a -7% increase.
In Illinois, the most common work environment is Private Practice (67% of physicians). On average, base salary accounts for 86% of total compensation—about $755,000—with the remaining amount coming from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Illinois offers unique advantages for orthopedic surgeon physicians, including competitive local markets and quality of life benefits. The cost of living in Illinois varies by region within the state.
Local orthopedic surgeon physicians report 3.8/5 career satisfaction, with 75% of those surveyed saying they would choose this specialty again.
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Last updated: March 29, 2026
Distribution based on 12 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $800,000
Average satisfaction rating reported by Orthopedic Surgery physicians (1-5 scale).
Percentage of Orthopedic Surgery physicians who would choose this specialty again.
Physicians cite the variety of cases and patient relationships as most rewarding aspects of this specialty.
On-call demands, administrative burden, and work-life balance are cited as the top challenges.
Average Salary
$878,033
Median Salary
$800,000
Salary Range
$750,000 - $880,000
National Average
$878,033
Difference
+0% vs National Average
Sample Size
12 local / 12 national reports
| Practice Type | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| Private Practice | $955,800 | 8 submissions |
| Hospital-employed | $746,667 | 3 submissions |
* Practice types with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
Compare salary data across different practice settings for Orthopedic Surgery physicians in Illinois:
| Years of Experience | Average Salary | Sample Size |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | $650,000 | 1 submissions |
| 3-5 years | $800,000 | 1 submissions |
| 6-10 years | $952,000 | 5 submissions |
| 11-15 years | $888,200 | 2 submissions |
| 16+ years | $850,000 | 3 submissions |
* Experience levels with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
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| Subspecialty | Average Salary | Sample Size | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spine | $1,283,667 | 9 submissions | Addresses complex spinal disorders through both surgical and non-surgical means, including minimally invasive spine surgery. |
| Joint | $1,042,162 | 13 submissions | Focuses on specialized joint procedures and treatments within orthopedic surgery, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Sports | $946,000 | 5 submissions | Focuses on specialized sports procedures and treatments within orthopedic surgery, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Trauma | $797,000 | 5 submissions | Provides emergency surgical care for critically injured patients, specializing in acute care surgery and critical care management. Trauma surgeons work in Level I and II trauma centers. |
| Hand | $788,500 | 10 submissions | Specializes in intricate surgery of the hand, wrist, and upper extremity, including microsurgery and complex reconstruction. |
| Foot and Ankle | $747,667 | 12 submissions | Focuses on specialized foot and ankle procedures and treatments within orthopedic surgery, providing expert care in this specific area. |
| Sports Medicine | $640,375 | 12 submissions | Treats athletic injuries and conditions, focusing on arthroscopic procedures and accelerated rehabilitation protocols. |
* Subspecialties with fewer than 3 submissions may be omitted for privacy.
* Data is aggregated from verified physician submissions.