Certified Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: South Carolina

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Average Certified Surgical Technologist Salary

$19.73/hour

The average salary for a Certified Surgical Technologist in South Carolina is $19.73 per hour. This is 89% lower than the US average of $37.27.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in South Carolina compared to National Averages

$19.73/hour

South Carolina

89% lower than the US average.

$37.27/hour

United States

How does the pay for Certified Surgical Technologists in South Carolina compare to nearby states?

Florida pays Certified Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $28 per hour, followed by Virginia ($25) and Georgia ($22). Virginia has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $37. For comparison, the South Carolina average for Certified Surgical Technologists is $20 per hour — Florida pays 43% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Florida	$28	$30
Virginia	$25	$37
Georgia	$22	$30
Tennessee	$21	$29
North Carolina	$21	$28

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Certified Surgical Technologist jobs in South Carolina?

Tenet South Carolina pays Certified Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $25 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($20). For comparison, the South Carolina average for Certified Surgical Technologists is $20 per hour — Tenet South Carolina pays 27% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet South Carolina	$25	$25
Perm Staff Jobs	$20	$20

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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