Surgical Assistants Salary in El Paso, TX

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • El Paso, TX

Median annual salary $94,730 +57.1% vs national
Median hourly $45.54
10th percentile $62,210
90th percentile $101,450
Employed locally 60
National median $60,290

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,210
    25th
    $81,520
    50th (median)
    $94,730
    75th
    $94,730
    90th
    $101,450

    El Paso economic context

    Unemployment rate 4.20% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $58,800 2023 • Census ACS
    Surgical Assistants salary vs area income 161% Median Surgical Assistants salary is 61% above the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Assistants make per hour in El Paso?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Assistants in El Paso, TX is $45.54, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.77 or more per hour.

    Is El Paso above or below average for Surgical Assistants salaries?

    The median Surgical Assistants salary in El Paso, TX is 57.1% above the national median of $60,290. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Surgical Assistants in El Paso?

    Entry-level Surgical Assistants (10th percentile) earn around $62,210 per year in El Paso, TX. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $81,520.