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Job outlook for vascular surgeons in the United States
Are vascular surgeon jobs in demand?
Vascular surgeon job and salary trends over time
Vascular surgeon jobs over time
Vascular surgeon job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 882 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 0 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 769 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 650 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 729 | 0.00% |
Average vascular surgeon salary over time
Vascular surgeon salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $324,218 | $155.87 | +2.5% |
| 2025 | $316,345 | $152.09 | +1.7% |
| 2024 | $311,008 | $149.52 | +1.3% |
| 2023 | $307,082 | $147.64 | --0.4% |
| 2022 | $308,326 | $148.23 | +2.2% |
Vascular surgeon jobs by state
Most common states for vascular surgeons
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine | 1,335,907 | 47 | 4% |
| 2 | Alaska | 739,795 | 19 | 3% |
| 3 | Vermont | 623,657 | 16 | 3% |
| 4 | Wisconsin | 5,795,483 | 107 | 2% |
| 5 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 35 | 2% |
| 6 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 29 | 2% |
| 7 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 23 | 2% |
| 8 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 16 | 2% |
| 9 | Illinois | 12,802,023 | 118 | 1% |
| 10 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 102 | 1% |
| 11 | Georgia | 10,429,379 | 98 | 1% |
| 12 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 96 | 1% |
| 13 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 83 | 1% |
| 14 | Indiana | 6,666,818 | 82 | 1% |
| 15 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 77 | 1% |
| 16 | Tennessee | 6,715,984 | 62 | 1% |
| 17 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 20 | 1% |
| 18 | West Virginia | 1,815,857 | 16 | 1% |
| 19 | Delaware | 961,939 | 9 | 1% |
| 20 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 7 | 1% |
Most common cities for vascular surgeons
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lima | 2 | 5% | $264,697 |
| 2 | Wyandotte | 1 | 4% | $299,590 |
| 3 | Bangor | 1 | 3% | $334,387 |
| 4 | Jackson | 1 | 3% | $301,771 |
| 5 | Beaumont | 1 | 1% | $227,347 |
| 6 | Melbourne | 1 | 1% | $212,378 |
| 7 | Peoria | 1 | 1% | $320,785 |
| 8 | Santa Rosa | 1 | 1% | $211,785 |
| 9 | Houston | 2 | 0% | $225,076 |
| 10 | Aurora | 1 | 0% | $239,831 |
| 11 | Baltimore | 1 | 0% | $292,308 |
| 12 | Colorado Springs | 1 | 0% | $235,198 |
| 13 | Des Moines | 1 | 0% | $277,695 |
| 14 | Orlando | 1 | 0% | $214,337 |
| 15 | Tampa | 1 | 0% | $211,211 |
Vascular Surgeon job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of vascular surgeon experts
University of Virginia
Morehouse School of Medicine
What are the biggest trends we'll see in the Vascular 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 Vascular 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 Vascular 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)
What skills stand out on Vascular Surgeon resumes?
Erica Sutton: A desire to serve others greatly stands out this year.
Are there any particularly good places in the United States for Vascular Surgeons to find work opportunities?
Erica Sutton: The AAMC warns that there may be a shortage of 46,000 to 90,000 doctors by 2025. Geographically, this shortage will disproportionately affect rural communities. Rural America would be an excellent place to find work. In my experience, it is also amongst the most rewarding.