Surgical Technologists pay in Ohio
In Ohio, the median pay for surgical technologists is $30.01 an hour ($62,420 a year). About 3,730 people work in this job there.
That is 3% lower than the U.S. median ($64,650). Ohio ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical technologists in Ohio
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $23.13 | $48,110 |
| 25% of workers | $26.63 | $55,380 |
| Half of workers (median) | $30.01 | $62,420 |
| 75% of workers | $35.48 | $73,790 |
| 90% of workers | $38.77 | $80,640 |
Surgical Technologists pay in Ohio metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek | $64,640 | 290 |
| Columbus | $64,120 | 750 |
| Cincinnati | $63,450 | 670 |
| Toledo | $62,470 | 230 |
| Cleveland | $62,130 | 750 |
| Lima | $61,520 | 70 |
| Canton-Massillon | $60,120 | 70 |
| Akron | $60,010 | 160 |
| Youngstown-Warren | $57,980 | 120 |
Ohio unemployment rate: 3.3% (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 Ohio
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $78,320 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $45,540 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $82,870 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $40,350 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $79,270 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $43,620 |
| Surgical Assistants | $77,450 |
| Radiation Therapists | $98,650 |
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