Surgical Technologists Salary in Eastern North Carolina

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

Median annual salary $59,730 -4.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.72
10th percentile $46,210
90th percentile $66,660
Employed locally 150
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $46,210
    25th
    $49,560
    50th (median)
    $59,730
    75th
    $61,110
    90th
    $66,660

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,760
    Emergency Medical Technicians $38,230
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,750
    Pharmacists $132,510
    Paramedics $47,170

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Eastern North Carolina is $28.72, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Eastern North Carolina is 4.9% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $46,210 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $49,560.