Average Surgical Technician Salary

$49.33/hour

The average salary for a Surgical Technician in California is $49.33 per hour. This is 20% higher than the US average of $39.40.

Last updated on May 3, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Surgical Technician salaries in California compared to National Averages

$49.33/hour

California

20% higher than the US average.

$39.40/hour

United States

What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Surgical Technician jobs in California?
Average Hourly SalaryMax Hourly Salary
Sutter Health$46$52
Adventist Health$36$38

Last updated on May 3, 2024. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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