How much does a Surgical Technologists make in California?
Last updated: 2024 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Assist in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
Source: O*NET OnLine, U.S. Department of Labor
Salaries for Surgical Technologists in California range from $57,070 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $114,390 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $66,660 and $96,830.
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $57,070 | $27.44 | $4,755 |
| 25th Percentile | $66,660 | $32.05 | $5,555 |
| Median (50th) | $81,120 | $39.00 | $6,760 |
| 75th Percentile | $96,830 | $46.55 | $8,069 |
| 90th Percentile (Experienced) | $114,390 | $55.00 | $9,532 |
Note: The mean (average) salary of $83,240 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
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Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2024 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
Our Methodology · Data Sources · Source: BLS OEWS