Surgical Technologists pay in Louisiana
In Louisiana, the median pay for surgical technologists is $27.58 an hour ($57,370 a year). About 2,230 people work in this job there.
That is 11% lower than the U.S. median ($64,650). Louisiana ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical technologists in Louisiana
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.59 | $36,580 |
| 25% of workers | $22.79 | $47,410 |
| Half of workers (median) | $27.58 | $57,370 |
| 75% of workers | $30.19 | $62,790 |
| 90% of workers | $35.89 | $74,650 |
Surgical Technologists pay in Louisiana metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Hammond | $61,090 | 60 |
| Baton Rouge | $60,230 | 470 |
| Slidell-Mandeville-Covington | $59,100 | 170 |
| Lake Charles | $58,850 | 60 |
| New Orleans-Metairie | $58,660 | 590 |
| Monroe | $56,790 | 90 |
| Lafayette | $53,770 | 220 |
| Houma-Bayou Cane-Thibodaux | $52,780 | 80 |
| Shreveport-Bossier City | $51,770 | 230 |
| Alexandria | $50,960 | 100 |
Louisiana unemployment rate: 4.2% (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)
Related jobs in Louisiana
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $34,040 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $63,680 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $80,710 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $50,050 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $38,750 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $35,960 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $57,470 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $44,410 |
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