Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Illinois

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Average Surgical Technologist Salary

$23.57/hour

The average salary for a Surgical Technologist in Illinois is $23.57 per hour. This is 57% lower than the US average of $36.89.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Surgical Technologist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$23.57/hour

Illinois

57% lower than the US average.

$36.89/hour

United States

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

Missouri pays Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $36 per hour, followed by Wisconsin ($27) and Tennessee ($21). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $42. For comparison, the Illinois average for Surgical Technologists is $24 per hour — Missouri pays 53% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Missouri	$36	$42
Wisconsin	$27	$36
Tennessee	$21	$29
Arkansas	$20	$28

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

BJC HealthCare pays Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $34 per hour, followed by Medical Solutions Direct Hire ($33) and Patterns Hiring - Perm ($33). For comparison, the Illinois average for Surgical Technologists is $24 per hour — BJC HealthCare pays 45% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
BJC HealthCare	$34	$34
Medical Solutions Direct Hire	$33	$33
Patterns Hiring - Perm	$33	$33

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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