Surgical Technologists Salary (2025)
Based on 117,460 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $45,940 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $54,690 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $64,650 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $79,750 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $96,940 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$46K
25th
$55K
Median
$65K
75th
$80K
90th
$97K
Highest Paying States for Surgical Technologists
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | $83,820 |
| California | $82,810 |
| New York | $81,990 |
| Oregon | $80,990 |
| Alaska | $79,670 |
| Minnesota | $79,670 |
| Washington | $78,400 |
| Connecticut | $76,710 |
| New Jersey | $75,640 |
| Nevada | $74,880 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Surgical Technologists salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Massachusetts at an average of $83,820 per year, while Nevada has an average of $74,880 — a difference of $8,940. 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 Technologists
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 117,460 workers were employed as Surgical Technologistss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $68,710 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-2055