Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Salary in the United States
As of May 2025, the median annual wage for oral and maxillofacial surgeons in the United States was $352,220 ($169.34 per hour), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES survey.
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $86,250 | $41.47 |
| 25th | $204,610 | $98.37 |
| Median | $352,220 | $169.34 |
| 75th | $428,710 | $206.11 |
| 90th | $622,640 | $299.35 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 29-1022
- Total U.S. employment: 4,910
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
How to interpret these figures
Across the United States, 4,910 oral and maxillofacial surgeons are employed (— per 1,000 jobs), making this a mid-sized occupations in the national economy.
At $169.34 per hour, a full-time schedule (2,080 hours per year) works out to roughly $352,227 — in line with the reported median annual wage of $352,220.
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | — | — | — | 130 |
| Alaska | — | — | — | 40 |
| Arizona | $322,800 | $155.19 | -8.4% | 0 |
| California | — | — | — | 670 |
| Colorado | $360,820 | $173.47 | +2.4% | 0 |
| Florida | $233,050 | $112.04 | -33.8% | 0 |
| Georgia | $129,010 | $62.02 | -63.4% | 180 |
| Illinois | $70,220 | $33.76 | -80.1% | 0 |
| Indiana | — | — | — | 70 |
| Iowa | — | — | — | 0 |
| Michigan | $97,040 | $46.65 | -72.4% | 50 |
| Minnesota | $475,250 | $228.49 | +34.9% | 40 |
| New Hampshire | — | — | — | 0 |
| New York | $342,710 | $164.77 | -2.7% | 350 |
| North Carolina | $224,040 | $107.71 | -36.4% | 0 |
| North Dakota | — | — | — | 0 |
| Pennsylvania | $553,740 | $266.22 | +57.2% | 0 |
| Rhode Island | $414,060 | $199.07 | +17.6% | 0 |
| South Carolina | — | — | — | 0 |
| South Dakota | — | — | — | 40 |
| Tennessee | — | — | — | 50 |
| Virginia | $403,430 | $193.96 | +14.5% | 210 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES survey, May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for oral and maxillofacial surgeons?
The median annual wage for oral and maxillofacial surgeons is $352,220 ($169.34 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2025.
Which state pays oral and maxillofacial surgeons the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many oral and maxillofacial surgeons are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 4,910 oral and maxillofacial surgeons employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do oral and maxillofacial surgeons make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $169.34. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.