Surgical Technologists Salary in Central Indiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Indiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,920 -12.6% vs national
Median hourly $26.41
10th percentile $36,740
90th percentile $63,650
Employed locally 80
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,740
    25th
    $49,870
    50th (median)
    $54,920
    75th
    $62,930
    90th
    $63,650

    Top-paying metros for Surgical Technologists

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bend, OR $103,320
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $103,190
    Santa Rosa-Petaluma, CA $101,820
    Vallejo, CA $101,470
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $100,130
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $98,820

    Related occupations in Central Indiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,050
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,530
    Psychiatric Technicians $37,640
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,510
    Nurse Practitioners $124,420

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Technologists make per hour in Central Indiana?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Central Indiana is $26.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.70 or more per hour.

    Is Central Indiana above or below average for Surgical Technologists salaries?

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Central Indiana is 12.6% below the national median of $62,830. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Surgical Technologists in Central Indiana?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $36,740 per year in Central Indiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,870.