Surgical Technologists Salary in Central Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $47,080 -25.1% vs national
Median hourly $22.64
10th percentile $37,120
90th percentile $61,400
Employed locally 130
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,120
    25th
    $42,670
    50th (median)
    $47,080
    75th
    $55,920
    90th
    $61,400

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,380
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,140
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,760
    Emergency Medical Technicians $30,080
    Pharmacists $127,500
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $59,040

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Central Kentucky is $22.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.71 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Central Kentucky is 25.1% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $37,120 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,670.