The national surgical tech salary median was $62,830 per year in May 2024, which equals about $30.21 per hour for a standard full-time schedule. Pay varies widely based on location, experience, employer, specialty skills, certification, call responsibilities, overtime, and shift differentials. For career planning, a realistic national range is roughly $40,000 to more than $80,000 annually. New graduates often start below the median, while experienced surgical technologists in higher-paying markets or specialized roles can earn significantly more. Surgical Tech Salary at a Glance Salary measure National figure What it means Median annual salary $62,830 Half of surgical technologists earn more and half earn less Median hourly equivalent $30.21 Annual median…