Surgical Technologists Salary in Central North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $60,210 -4.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.95
10th percentile $42,760
90th percentile $74,100
Employed locally 100
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $42,760
    25th
    $48,400
    50th (median)
    $60,210
    75th
    $62,470
    90th
    $74,100

    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 North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,020
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,190
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,060
    Pharmacists $133,620
    Paramedics $46,530

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Technologists make per hour in Central North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Central North Carolina is $28.95, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.03 or more per hour.

    Is Central North Carolina above or below average for Surgical Technologists salaries?

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Central North Carolina is 4.2% 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 North Carolina?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $42,760 per year in Central North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,400.