Surgical Technologists Salary in Western North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $50,860 -19.1% vs national
Median hourly $24.45
10th percentile $43,390
90th percentile $70,350
Employed locally 150
National median $62,830

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $43,390
    25th
    $48,530
    50th (median)
    $50,860
    75th
    $59,040
    90th
    $70,350

    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 Western North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,600
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,380
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,950
    Paramedics $46,280
    Emergency Medical Technicians $39,160
    Pharmacists $131,130

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Surgical Technologists make per hour in Western North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Surgical Technologists in Western North Carolina is $24.45, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $36.19 or more per hour.

    Is Western North Carolina above or below average for Surgical Technologists salaries?

    The median Surgical Technologists salary in Western North Carolina is 19.1% 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 Western North Carolina?

    Entry-level Surgical Technologists (10th percentile) earn around $43,390 per year in Western North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,530.