Surgical Technologists pay in Wisconsin
In Wisconsin, the median pay for surgical technologists is $35.64 an hour ($74,120 a year). About 2,180 people work in this job there.
That is 15% higher than the U.S. median ($64,650). Wisconsin ranks 16th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for surgical technologists in Wisconsin
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.56 | $59,410 |
| 25% of workers | $30.30 | $63,030 |
| Half of workers (median) | $35.64 | $74,120 |
| 75% of workers | $37.99 | $79,010 |
| 90% of workers | $41.67 | $86,670 |
Surgical Technologists pay in Wisconsin metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Madison | $75,930 | 330 |
| Eau Claire | $74,900 | 70 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha | $74,830 | 610 |
| Janesville-Beloit | $74,360 | 60 |
| Green Bay | $73,120 | 240 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah | $71,890 | 50 |
| Wausau | $69,430 | 90 |
| Appleton | $67,220 | 100 |
| Sheboygan | $65,070 | 30 |
| Kenosha | $60,090 | 50 |
Wisconsin unemployment rate: 3.2% (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 Wisconsin
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $79,140 |
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $44,850 |
| Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | $102,090 |
| Medical Equipment Preparers | $47,570 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $56,420 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $74,380 |
| Surgical Assistants | $78,030 |
| Radiation Therapists | $93,600 |
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