Surgical Technologists Salary in Northern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $61,200 -2.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.42
10th percentile $47,290
90th percentile $76,150
Employed locally 90
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,290
    25th
    $51,460
    50th (median)
    $61,200
    75th
    $65,830
    90th
    $76,150

    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 Northern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,120
    Pharmacy Technicians $38,930
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,510
    Dental Hygienists $76,100
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,140
    Pharmacists $133,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Technologists make per hour in Northern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Northern Michigan is $29.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.98 or more per hour.

    Is Northern Michigan above or below average for Surgical Technologists salaries?

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Northern Michigan is 2.6% 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 Northern Michigan?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $47,290 per year in Northern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $51,460.