Surgical Technologists Salary in Northwest Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,310 -16.7% vs national
Median hourly $25.15
10th percentile $35,140
90th percentile $62,570
Employed locally 40
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $35,140
    25th
    $43,520
    50th (median)
    $52,310
    75th
    $57,720
    90th
    $62,570

    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 Northwest Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,550
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,160
    Dental Hygienists $84,900
    Emergency Medical Technicians $35,610
    Nurse Practitioners $128,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Technologists make per hour in Northwest Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Northwest Illinois is $25.15, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.25 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Illinois above or below average for Surgical Technologists salaries?

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Northwest Illinois is 16.7% 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 Northwest Illinois?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $35,140 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $43,520.