Pediatric Surgeons
SOC 29-1243 • View wages by state
Job Outlook (2024–2034 BLS projection)
The BLS Employment Projections program estimates how each occupation's employment will change over the coming decade, and how many job openings to expect each year (from both growth and the need to replace workers who leave).
Projected Growth
+1.5%
About average
Employment 2024
1,100
Projected 2034
1,100
Annual Openings
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Typical entry-level education: Doctoral or professional degree.
Highest-Paying Areas (2023)
Where Pediatric Surgeons earn the most, and how each area's median compares to the national median of N/A. A positive premium means the area pays above the national rate.
| Area | Median Annual | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $86,000 | — | 40 |
Wage Distribution (National, 2023)
10th, 25th, 50th (median), 75th, and 90th percentile annual wages from BLS OEWS — the full spread, not just an average.
10th Pct
$172,810
25th Pct
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Median
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75th Pct
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90th Pct
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H-1B Employer Filings
Employer-certified wages from DOL H-1B LCA filings — competitive market benchmark, not approved visas.
| Employer | State | Filings | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Virginia University | WV | 1 | $600,000 |
Source: DOL Office of Foreign Labor Certification, H-1B LCA data.
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