What surgical technologists earn in Oregon and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA | $82,430 | $39.63 | 650 |
| Eugene-Springfield, OR | $79,210 | $38.08 | 110 |
| Salem, OR | $78,010 | $37.51 | 100 |
| Medford, OR | $76,720 | $36.89 | 90 |
| Coast Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $81,320 | $39.10 | 40 |
| Central Oregon nonmetropolitan area | $80,730 | $38.81 | 30 |
Surgical Technologists in Oregon earned a median of $81,390 a year ($39.13 an hour) in May 2025, 26% more than the national median of $64,650. The middle half earned $73,190 to $94,640.
Among areas in Oregon, pay was highest in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA at $82,430.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.