South Dakota has the largest location quotient for orthopedic surgeons in the U.S., according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
The agency released updated compensation data April 3 to reflect May 2023 information, the latest available.
Here are the states with the highest concentration of jobs and location quotients for orthopedic surgeons.
Note: Pediatric orthopedic surgeons are not included on this list.
South Dakota: 3.12 location quotient
New Hampshire: 3.08 3.12 location quotient
Georgia: 2.35 3.12 location quotient
Wyoming: 2.04 3.12 location quotient
Maine: 1.74 3.12 location quotient