Surgical Technologists Salary in Southern Michigan

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

Median annual salary $49,910 -20.6% vs national
Median hourly $24.00
10th percentile $39,680
90th percentile $68,390
Employed locally 30
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,680
    25th
    $47,340
    50th (median)
    $49,910
    75th
    $62,920
    90th
    $68,390

    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

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    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$60,970
    Physical Therapists$81,820
    Pharmacists$130,020
    Dental Hygienists$77,500

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Southern Michigan is $24.00, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.73 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Southern Michigan is 20.6% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $39,680 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,340.