Surgical Technologists pay in Colorado
In Colorado, the median pay for surgical technologists is $36.41 an hour ($75,740 a year). About 2,100 people work in this job there.
That is 17% higher than the U.S. median ($64,650). Colorado ranks 12th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical technologists in Colorado
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $24.54 | $51,040 |
| 25% of workers | $30.25 | $62,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $36.41 | $75,740 |
| 75% of workers | $39.91 | $83,000 |
| 90% of workers | $44.51 | $92,580 |
Surgical Technologists pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder | $81,600 | 130 |
| Greeley | $77,750 | 50 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial | $77,020 | 1,210 |
| Pueblo | $76,940 | 80 |
| Colorado Springs | $71,790 | 240 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $67,920 | 0 |
| Grand Junction | $65,410 | 80 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for surgical technologists
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +5% over ten years, faster than average · about 7,100 openings a year (BLS)
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|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $87,760 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $47,330 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $47,700 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $46,260 |
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| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $94,190 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $49,970 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $70,050 |
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