Here are the five states where surgeons earn the highest annual salaries:
1. Utah: $515,130
2. Wisconsin: $449,560
3. Ohio: $448,480
4. Georgia: $446,490
5. Indiana: $429,250
5 top-paying states for surgeons
Surgeons in the five highest-paying states earn significantly more per year than the U.S. average of $343,990, according to the newest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, released April 3.
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