Spine Orthopedic Surgeon Salary Report
As of June 15, 2025, a Spine Orthopedic Surgeon earns approximately $950,000 per year ($79,167 monthly). Based on an average 53-hour work week, this translates to about $367 per hour.
Salary Range and Market Analysis
Based on 7 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Spine Orthopedic Surgeon ranges from $850,000 to $1,300,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $1,328,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is below the general Orthopedic Surgeon average.
Career Growth and Subspecialty Trends
Entry-level Spine Orthopedic Surgeon positions start at $1,149,333, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $920,000 – a -20% increase.
Practice Settings and Employers
Base salary makes up 79% of total compensation ($807,571), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.
Work-Life Balance
Spine Orthopedic Surgeon physicians report 4.7/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.
About Spine Orthopedic Surgeon
Addresses complex spinal disorders through both surgical and non-surgical means, including minimally invasive spine surgery.
Salary Distribution
Distribution based on 7 verified physician salary submissions.
Median Salary: $950,000
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* Salary data is updated monthly based on verified physician submissions.
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