Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon Salary Report

As of June 15, 2025, a Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon earns approximately $810,000 per year ($67,500 monthly). Based on an average 66-hour work week, this translates to about $232 per hour.

Salary Range and Market Analysis

Based on 5 verified salary submissions, total compensation for Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon ranges from $800,000 to $900,000, with top performers (90th percentile) earning up to $900,000 annually. The median salary for this subspecialty is above the general Orthopedic Surgeon average.

Career Growth and Subspecialty Trends

Entry-level Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon positions start at $575,000, while those with more than 10 years of experience earn a typical salary of $852,500 – a 48% increase.

Practice Settings and Employers

Base salary makes up 80% of total compensation ($641,000), with the rest from bonuses, profit sharing, and incentives.

Work-Life Balance

Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon physicians report 4.0/5 career satisfaction, with 100% saying they would choose this subspecialty again.

About Trauma Orthopedic Surgeon

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.