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Surgical Technologist salary
Surgical technologists prepare operating rooms and assist surgeons during procedures.
Median annual
$62,000
Median hourly
$30
Top 10% earn
$82,000+
Salary range
Bottom 10%$46,000
Median$62,000
Top 10%$82,000
Surgical Technologist salary by experience level
How pay typically progresses from a first job to a senior role, modelled from the reported national pay distribution.
| Experience | Years | Annual | Hourly | vs median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry level | 0–2 years | $48,600 | $23 | -22% |
| Early career | 2–5 years | $56,100 | $27 | -10% |
| Mid career | 5–10 years | $65,200 | $31 | +5% |
| Senior / experienced | 10+ years | $76,700 | $37 | +24% |
- Entry level: Starting pay for newly qualified surgical technologists, before specialisation or overtime.
- Early career: Pay rises quickly once you can work independently and take on harder assignments.
- Mid career: Most workers sit around this level, often with a specialism or a first supervisory role.
- Senior / experienced: Lead, senior or management roles, plus the highest-paying employers and locations.
Career details
Education
Certificate or associate degree in surgical technology.
Job outlook
6% growth through 2033 — surgical volume keeps growing.
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