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Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric average salary by city in California
- Sacramento$279,130
- Los Angeles$258,190
- San Diego$250,720
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento | $279,130 | $312,610 | $160,900 | $180,235 | 107 |
| Los Angeles | $258,190 | $203,890 | $87,090 | $168,639 | 114 |
| San Diego | $250,720 | $204,290 | $100,210 | $164,430 | 112 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; California State Disability Insurance (1.3% of wages, paid by employees) is not included. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric salary in other states
Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric salary by city and state
More about pay in California
Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 29-1242.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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