Healthcare Aurora, IL Pop. 197,757

Surgeon Salary in Aurora, Illinois

The median surgeon salary in Aurora, IL is $247,457 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Illinois state average.

City Median
$247,457
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-7,653
Cost of Living
95%

Surgeon Salary in Aurora by Experience

In Aurora, an entry-level surgeon earns around $126,100, while experienced professionals earn up to $388,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$126,100
$-3,900 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$252,200
$-7,800 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$388,000
$-12,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Aurora, IL

Percentile Aurora
10th Percentile $116,400
25th Percentile $169,750
Median (50th) $247,457
75th Percentile $339,500
90th Percentile $407,400

Surgeon Salary in Other Illinois Cities

Naperville, IL
$280,621
Pop. 149,540
Chicago, IL
$278,070
Pop. 2,693,976
Springfield, IL
$221,946
Pop. 114,394
Rockford, IL
$214,292
Pop. 148,655

How to Become a Surgeon in Aurora

Education

Most surgeon positions require a doctoral degree. Aurora and the surrounding Illinois area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

SurgeryAnatomyPatient CareDecision MakingDexterityLeadership

Job Outlook

Nationally, surgeon employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Aurora may vary based on local industry and population growth.