Surgical Technologists
Occupation
$62,830
National Median Salary
$30.21
Median Hourly Wage
113,890
Total Employment
Salary Distribution
10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile
Salary Trend (2014-2024)
+44.9%
10 Year Change
$43,350
2014 Median
$62,830
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries
Industry Wage Growth
Best Paying States
Fastest Growing States
Where This Career Pays Above Average
Top Paying Industries for Surgical Technologists
| Industry | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Home Health Care Services | $98,570 | 80 |
| Educational Services | $89,090 | 80 |
| Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools | $89,090 | 80 |
| Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services | $82,230 | — |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $81,330 | — |
Top Paying States for Surgical Technologists
| State | Annual Median | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| California | $81,120 | 10,570 |
| Connecticut | $80,590 | 1,220 |
| Oregon | $79,410 | 1,190 |
| Alaska | $79,040 | 290 |
| Massachusetts | $78,300 | 2,240 |
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Home Health Care Services
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools
Educational Services
Management, Scientific, and Technical Consulting Services
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Medical and Diagnostic Laboratories
Office Administrative Services
Specialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) Hospitals
Hospitals
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Outpatient Care Centers
Other Ambulatory Health Care Services
