Surgical Technologists Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $58,300 -7.2% vs national
Median hourly $28.03
10th percentile $47,230
90th percentile $75,300
Employed locally 160
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,230
    25th
    $47,580
    50th (median)
    $58,300
    75th
    $63,440
    90th
    $75,300

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,660
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Central Pennsylvania is $28.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Central Pennsylvania is 7.2% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $47,230 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,580.