Certified Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: North Carolina
Average Certified Surgical Technologist Salary
$21.26/hour
The average salary for a Certified Surgical Technologist in North Carolina is $21.26 per hour. This is 92% lower than the US average of $40.78.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in North Carolina compared to National Averages
$21.26/hour
North Carolina
92% lower than the US average.
$40.78/hour
United States
What cities in North Carolina pay the most for Certified Surgical Technologists?
Only Hendersonville, North Carolina reports pay data for Certified Surgical Technologists, averaging $59 per hour. Hendersonville, North Carolina also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Certified Surgical Technologists is $21 per hour — Hendersonville, North Carolina pays 178% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Hendersonville, North Carolina | $59 | $100 |
How does the pay for Certified Surgical Technologists in North Carolina compare to nearby states?
Georgia pays Certified Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $41 per hour, followed by Tennessee ($34) and Virginia ($25). Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Certified Surgical Technologists is $21 per hour — Georgia pays 91% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | $41 | $100 |
| Tennessee | $34 | $43 |
| Virginia | $25 | $37 |
| Pennsylvania | $22 | $29 |
| South Carolina | $20 | $25 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Surgical Technologist jobs in North Carolina?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Certified Surgical Technologists, averaging $42 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $56. For comparison, the North Carolina average for Certified Surgical Technologists is $21 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 96% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $42 | $56 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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