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Job outlook for trauma surgeons in the United States
Are trauma surgeon jobs in demand?
Trauma surgeon job and salary trends over time
Trauma surgeon jobs over time
Trauma surgeon job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 516 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 399 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 450 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 380 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 427 | 0.00% |
Average trauma surgeon salary over time
Trauma surgeon salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $406,184 | $195.28 | +2.5% |
| 2025 | $396,322 | $190.54 | +1.7% |
| 2024 | $389,634 | $187.32 | +1.3% |
| 2023 | $384,716 | $184.96 | --0.4% |
| 2022 | $386,274 | $185.71 | +2.2% |
Trauma surgeon jobs by state
Most common states for trauma surgeons
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 49 | 4% |
| 2 | Vermont | 623,657 | 18 | 3% |
| 3 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 112 | 2% |
| 4 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 23 | 2% |
| 5 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 17 | 2% |
| 6 | Alaska | 739,795 | 16 | 2% |
| 7 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 154 | 1% |
| 8 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 94 | 1% |
| 9 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 85 | 1% |
| 10 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 84 | 1% |
| 11 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 76 | 1% |
| 12 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 74 | 1% |
| 13 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 58 | 1% |
| 14 | Connecticut | 3,588,184 | 31 | 1% |
| 15 | Kentucky | 4,454,189 | 30 | 1% |
| 16 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 26 | 1% |
| 17 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 19 | 1% |
| 18 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 12 | 1% |
| 19 | Delaware | 961,939 | 10 | 1% |
| 20 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 7 | 1% |
Most common cities for trauma surgeons
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fort Myers | 3 | 4% | $269,820 |
| 2 | Gastonia | 1 | 1% | $253,117 |
| 3 | Rochester | 1 | 1% | $442,458 |
| 4 | Baltimore | 1 | 0% | $355,328 |
Trauma Surgeon job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of trauma surgeon experts
Western University of Health Sciences
University of Virginia
Morehouse School of Medicine
Rebecca Moellmer DPM, FACFAS, FAAPSM, DABPM
Assistant Dean of Clinical Affairs and Faculty Affairs, Associate ProfessorWestern University of Health Sciences
Podiatric Medicine/Podiatry
What general advice would you give to a Trauma Surgeon?
Rebecca Moellmer DPM, FACFAS, FAAPSM, DABPM: My advice is to take every opportunity that comes your way. You don't know that you don't like it until you try it: serving as an officer of your local society, getting involved in research, student outreach, community outreach, special olympics, speaking for an online or in-person lecture, assisting an ortho on a knee at your hospital or writing a blog. So many things come to mind!
What Trauma Surgeon skills would you recommend for someone trying to advance their career?
Rebecca Moellmer DPM, FACFAS, FAAPSM, DABPM: When first starting out, regardless of your hard work and salary, live modestly and invest - find an investor you trust. Again, take every opportunity that comes your way. You'll meet new people and find new skills and interests. It is also important to take the path to board certification which opens more doors.
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Trauma Surgeon job market given the pandemic?
Rajesh Balkrishnan Ph.D.: Focus on hiring restricted to those who can fulfill multiple roles in given jobs
Focus on hiring self-starters and those who can work independently and remotely
Focus on more remote technology-based healthcare delivery such as telemedicine
What skills stand out on Trauma Surgeon resumes?
Rajesh Balkrishnan Ph.D.: Flexibility and resilience with work
Ability to lead projects with minimal supervision
Self-starter abilities and evidence of adaptability to newer work environments
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Trauma Surgeons to find work opportunities?
Rajesh Balkrishnan Ph.D.: Areas close to IT Hubs or where there are many new startups (For example, Northern Virginia or Bay Area)
Areas where health care technology industry is growing (Boston, NJ)