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Job outlook for upper extremity surgeons in the United States
Are upper extremity surgeon jobs in demand?
Yes, upper extremity surgeon jobs are in demand. Upper extremity surgeon demand is projected to grow 7% from 2018 to 2028.
Upper extremity surgeon job and salary trends over time
Compare the number of upper extremity surgeon jobs and the average upper extremity surgeon salary over time.
Upper extremity surgeon jobs over time
Upper extremity surgeon job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 559 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 432 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 488 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 412 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 462 | 0.00% |
Average upper extremity surgeon salary over time
Upper extremity surgeon salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $434,227 | $208.76 | +2.5% |
| 2024 | $423,684 | $203.69 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $416,535 | $200.26 | +1.3% |
| 2022 | $411,278 | $197.73 | --0.4% |
| 2021 | $412,943 | $198.53 | +2.2% |
Upper extremity surgeon jobs by state
The map below shows you the number of upper extremity surgeon job openings in each state. The darker areas on the map show where upper extremity surgeons earn the highest salaries across all 50 states.
Most common states for upper extremity surgeons
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 38 | 3% |
| 2 | Vermont | 623,657 | 15 | 2% |
| 3 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 13 | 2% |
| 4 | Alaska | 739,795 | 13 | 2% |
| 5 | New York | 19,849,399 | 113 | 1% |
| 6 | Pennsylvania | 12,805,537 | 86 | 1% |
| 7 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 71 | 1% |
| 8 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 64 | 1% |
| 9 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 63 | 1% |
| 10 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 51 | 1% |
| 11 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 50 | 1% |
| 12 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 45 | 1% |
| 13 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 45 | 1% |
| 14 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 18 | 1% |
| 15 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 16 | 1% |
| 16 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 13 | 1% |
| 17 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 11 | 1% |
| 18 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 8 | 1% |
| 19 | Delaware | 961,939 | 7 | 1% |
| 20 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 4 | 1% |
Most common cities for upper extremity surgeons
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Houston | 1 | 0% | $270,602 |
Upper Extremity Surgeon job outlook: Expert opinions
We spoke to upper extremity surgeon professors and experts from several universities and companies to get their opinions on where the upper extremity surgeon job market for recent graduates is heading and how young graduates entering the upper extremity surgeon industry can be adequately prepared. Here are their thoughts.
Our panel of upper extremity surgeon experts
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Rajesh Balkrishnan Ph.D.
University of Virginia
Erica Sutton
Morehouse School of Medicine
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What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Upper Extremity 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 Upper Extremity 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
Upper extremity surgeon jobs
Updated January 22, 2021