Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: California
Average Surgical Technologist Salary
$30.05/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Technologist in California is $30.05 per hour. This is 29% lower than the US average of $38.79.
Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.
Surgical Technologist salaries in California compared to National Averages
$30.05/hour
California
29% lower than the US average.
$38.79/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical Technologists in California compare to nearby states?
Only Texas reports pay data for Surgical Technologists, averaging $24 per hour. Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $32. For comparison, the California average for Surgical Technologists is $30 per hour — Texas pays 21% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $24 | $32 |
Last updated on October 9, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Adventist Health
- Saint Helena, CA
$43-59/hour
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- Adventist Health
- Hanford, CA
$33-45/hour
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- Adventist Health
- Bakersfield, CA
$33-45/hour
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- Hi-Desert Medical Center
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