Surgical Technologists Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,100 -17.1% vs national
Median hourly $25.05
10th percentile $40,050
90th percentile $63,760
Employed locally 60
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $40,050
    25th
    $46,750
    50th (median)
    $52,100
    75th
    $58,370
    90th
    $63,760

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,840
    Pharmacists $139,020
    Physical Therapists $98,000
    Emergency Medical Technicians $37,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Technologists make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $25.05, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.50 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Surgical Technologists salaries?

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 17.1% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $40,050 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $46,750.