Surgical Technologists Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $50,650 -19.4% vs national
Median hourly $24.35
10th percentile $45,680
90th percentile $76,420
Employed locally 160
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,680
    25th
    $48,710
    50th (median)
    $50,650
    75th
    $60,430
    90th
    $76,420

    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 Southern Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,220
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,120
    Emergency Medical Technicians $36,980
    Pharmacists $134,760
    Nurse Practitioners $120,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Southern Ohio is $24.35, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.80 or more per hour.

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

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Southern Ohio is 19.4% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $45,680 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,710.