Surgical Assistants Salary (2025)
Based on 22,270 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $39,690 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $50,170 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $66,800 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $88,010 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $107,610 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$40K
25th
$50K
Median
$67K
75th
$88K
90th
$108K
Highest Paying States for Surgical Assistants
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $110,920 |
| Colorado | $106,660 |
| Arizona | $101,840 |
| New Jersey | $97,840 |
| New Hampshire | $92,410 |
| Nevada | $91,760 |
| Oregon | $91,610 |
| Kentucky | $89,380 |
| South Carolina | $85,590 |
| Tennessee | $82,720 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Surgical Assistants salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is District of Columbia at an average of $110,920 per year, while Tennessee has an average of $82,720 — a difference of $28,200. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Surgical Assistants
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 22,270 workers were employed as Surgical Assistantss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $72,710 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-9093