Surgical Technologists Salary in South Central Wisconsin

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

Median annual salary $63,020 +0.3% vs national
Median hourly $30.30
10th percentile $50,100
90th percentile $76,680
Employed locally 160
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,100
    25th
    $50,100
    50th (median)
    $63,020
    75th
    $70,350
    90th
    $76,680

    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 South Central Wisconsin

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$83,150
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,830
    Pharmacy Technicians$41,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians$37,200
    Dental Hygienists$82,450
    Veterinary Technologists and Technicians$41,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Technologists make per hour in South Central Wisconsin?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in South Central Wisconsin is $30.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.17 or more per hour.

    Is South Central Wisconsin above or below average for Surgical Technologists salaries?

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in South Central Wisconsin is 0.3% above 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 South Central Wisconsin?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $50,100 per year in South Central Wisconsin. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,100.