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Surgeon Salary in United Arab Emirates

Surgeons perform operations to treat injuries, diseases, and deformities. The United Arab Emirates median is $285,909 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$285,909
per year
Monthly (national)
$23,826
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$285,909
Sharjah, AE
Hourly (national)
$137.46
varies by city

Surgeon salary by city in United Arab Emirates

CityPer year
Sharjah, AE$285,909
Al Ain, AE$285,909
Ajman, AE$285,909
Ras Al Khaimah, AE$285,909
Musaffah, AE$285,909
Jebel Ali, AE$285,909
Fujairah, AE$285,909
Warīsān, AE$285,909
Dubai, AE$201,498
Abu Dhabi, AE$197,413

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a surgeon make in United Arab Emirates?
The national median surgeon salary in United Arab Emirates is about AED 1,050,000 per year (AED 87,500 per month). Across 10 cities, pay ranges from about AED 725,000 to AED 1,050,000.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays surgeons the most?
Sharjah, AE pays the most at about AED 1,050,000 per year.
Which United Arab Emirates city pays surgeons the least?
Among cities we cover, Abu Dhabi, AE is on the lower end at about AED 725,000 per year for a surgeon.
What is the typical salary range for a surgeon in United Arab Emirates?
Across United Arab Emirates cities we cover, surgeon pay commonly spans from about AED 513,000 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about AED 1,512,000 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United Arab Emirates cities have surgeon salary data?
Pay by Role publishes surgeon pay for 10 cities in United Arab Emirates, all shown in AED.
Is surgeon in demand in United Arab Emirates?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +3% over the next decade. Related healthcare roles on Pay by Role include Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician.