Surgical Technologists pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the median pay for surgical technologists is $38.88 an hour ($80,870 a year). About 2,220 people work in this job there.
That is 25% higher than the U.S. median ($64,650). Massachusetts ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical technologists in Massachusetts
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.01 | $60,350 |
| 25% of workers | $33.09 | $68,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.88 | $80,870 |
| 75% of workers | $47.26 | $98,300 |
| 90% of workers | $52.67 | $109,550 |
Surgical Technologists pay in Massachusetts metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town | $82,860 | 50 |
| Boston-Cambridge-Newton | $81,500 | 1,550 |
| Springfield | $78,510 | 220 |
| Worcester | $77,610 | 210 |
| Pittsfield | $69,040 | 30 |
Massachusetts unemployment rate: 4.3% (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 Massachusetts
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $103,620 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $49,750 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $107,480 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $58,580 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $58,340 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $105,580 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $80,220 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $79,120 |
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