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.