Certified Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Tennessee

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Average Certified Surgical Technologist Salary

$21.41/hour

The average salary for a Certified Surgical Technologist in Tennessee is $21.41 per hour. This is 76% lower than the US average of $37.61.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Certified Surgical Technologist salaries in Tennessee compared to National Averages

$21.41/hour

Tennessee

76% lower than the US average.

$37.61/hour

United States

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

Only Georgia reports pay data for Certified Surgical Technologists, averaging $22 per hour. Georgia also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $30. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Certified Surgical Technologists is $21 per hour — Georgia pays 5% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Georgia	$22	$30

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

Only Tenet Memphis reports pay data for Certified Surgical Technologists, averaging $23 per hour. For comparison, the Tennessee average for Certified Surgical Technologists is $21 per hour — Tenet Memphis pays 7% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Tenet Memphis	$23	$23

Last updated on November 6, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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