Surgical Technologist Salary Guide: Missouri
Average Surgical Technologist Salary
$35.46/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Technologist in Missouri is $35.46 per hour. This is 8% lower than the US average of $38.13.
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Technologist salaries in Missouri compared to National Averages
$35.46/hour
Missouri
8% lower than the US average.
$38.13/hour
United States
What cities in Missouri pay the most for Surgical Technologists?
Saint Louis, Missouri pays Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Kansas City, Missouri ($42) and Lee's Summit, Missouri ($27). Lee's Summit, Missouri has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $100. For comparison, the Missouri average for Surgical Technologists is $35 per hour — Saint Louis, Missouri pays 41% more.
| City | Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, Missouri | $50 | $83 |
| Kansas City, Missouri | $42 | $66 |
| Lee's Summit, Missouri | $27 | $100 |
How does the pay for Surgical Technologists in Missouri compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $24 per hour, followed by Illinois ($24) and Kansas ($21). Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $32. For comparison, the Missouri average for Surgical Technologists is $35 per hour — Texas pays 33% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $24 | $32 |
| Illinois | $24 | $32 |
| Kansas | $21 | $29 |
| Tennessee | $21 | $29 |
| Arkansas | $20 | $28 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical Technologist jobs in Missouri?
BJC HealthCare pays Surgical Technologists the most, averaging $33 per hour, followed by Patterns Hiring - Perm ($33) and CloudinfraIT Inc ($31). Patterns Hiring - Perm has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $36. For comparison, the Missouri average for Surgical Technologists is $35 per hour — BJC HealthCare pays 7% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| BJC HealthCare | $33 | $34 |
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $33 | $36 |
| CloudinfraIT Inc | $31 | $32 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $21 | $23 |
Last updated on November 14, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Surgical Technologist Career Guide
Use our exclusive Career Guides to research the education, qualifications, skills and responsibilities for a variety of healthcare disciplines and specialties employers are hiring now.
Go to the guideTop Surgical Technologist Jobs
Senior Surgical Technologist III – Operating Room
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Kansas City, MO
- 5x8 hrs
$27-45/hour
Surgical Technologist
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$30-38/hour
Surgical Technologist
- Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital
- Sullivan, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$30-38/hour
Surgical Technologist
- Missouri Baptist Sullivan Hospital
- Sullivan, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$30-38/hour
Surgical Technologist
- Missouri Baptist Medical Center
- Saint Louis, MO
- Sign-On Bonus
$30-38/hour
Get alerts about new jobs and salary trends in Missouri
Be the first to know about new jobs for Surgical Technologists with the salary that suits you.
Featured Blog Posts
Featured Blog Posts
