Surgical Assistants pay in California
In California, the median pay for surgical assistants is $30.07 an hour ($62,540 a year). About 1,210 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($66,800). California ranks 22nd of 44 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical assistants in California
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.97 | $56,100 |
| 25% of workers | $28.67 | $59,630 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.07 | $62,540 |
| 75% of workers | $34.63 | $72,030 |
| 90% of workers | $34.63 | $72,030 |
Surgical Assistants pay in California metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim | $72,030 | 0 |
California unemployment rate: 5.1% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for surgical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.1% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,400 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in California
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Assistants | $49,660 |
| Nursing Assistants | $47,630 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $79,750 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $46,380 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $104,820 |
| Physician Assistants | $165,650 |
| Surgical Technologists | $81,310 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $78,170 |
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