How much do you get paid a year if you are a neurosurgeon?

Neurosurgeons are among the most highly paid members of the medical field. According to the 2010 MGMA Physician Compensation Report (based on 2009 data), the average income for neurosurgeons is about $675,825. The median or midpoint is $600,525. The top ten percent earn up to $1,072,089. It's important to note that this is a particularly competitive sub-field within the medical field requiring extensive education.

Note: This answer is cross-pollinated from about and jobshadow

Disclosure: I'm not a doctor. This answer is based on internet research. I would defer to a doctor if an answer is provided here.

The median expected salary for a typical Physician - Neurology in the United States is $226,421. This basic market pricing report was prepared using our Certified Compensation Professionals' analysis of survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at employers of all sizes, industries and geographies.\

(http://www1.salary.com/neurologist-Salary.html)

With this you are able to get a better estimate of what you would make depending on what state you are living in so just go to the website that is seen above and on the right hand side will say state or zip code press enter and you will see how much the neurosurgeon is getting paid in your state.