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 69% lower than the US average of $39.79.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

Surgical Technologist salaries in Illinois compared to National Averages

$23.57/hour

Illinois

69% lower than the US average.

$39.79/hour

United States

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

Wisconsin pays Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $27 per hour, followed by Missouri ($21). Wisconsin also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $36. For comparison, the Illinois average for Surgical Technologists is $24 per hour — Wisconsin pays 14% more.

	Average Hourly Salary	Max Hourly Salary
Wisconsin	$27	$36
Missouri	$21	$29

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). 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

Last updated on September 27, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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