Oral Surgeons

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons rank among the highest paid workers in the United States. They earned mean annual wages of $239,000 or more in May 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Ten percent earned less than $88,060. ZipRecruiter.com reported that in April 2025, the highest paid oral and maxillofacial surgeons earned $400,000 or more.

Oral and maxillofacial surgeons who are salaried employees receive benefits such as health insurance, paid vacation and sick days, and a pension plan. Those who are self-employed must provide their own benefits.