Surgical Technician WCP
CommonSpirit Health · Gilbert, AZ
The median surgical technologist pay in Arizona is $32.47 per hour ($67,530 a year), with the typical range running from $28.96 to $38.11. That is 7% above the U.S. median of $30.21 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Flagstaff. The free report below lists employers near Flagstaff and what they pay.
Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 2,220 surgical technologists employed in Arizona.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.18 | $50,290 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.96 | $60,240 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.47 | $67,530 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.11 | $79,270 | 26% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.73 | $86,800 | 38% above U.S. median |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Surgical Technologists (SOC 29-2055), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
Travel surgical technologist assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free. Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
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CMS lists 2 hospitals in Flagstaff, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flagstaff Medical Center Flagstaff, AZ | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Guidance Center Flagstaff, AZ | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria, AZ | 104 mi | $33.41/hr | 199,924 |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 105 mi | $33.41/hr | 246,170 |
| Phoenix, AZ | 115 mi | $33.41/hr | 1,673,164 |
| Surprise, AZ | 115 mi | $33.41/hr | 167,564 |
| Glendale, AZ | 119 mi | $33.41/hr | 258,143 |
| Mesa, AZ | 123 mi | $33.41/hr | 517,151 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Arizona · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Arizona taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Flagstaff city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Surgical Technologists in Arizona have a median pay of $32.47 per hour, about $67,530 a year. The middle half earn between $28.96 and $38.11 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Flagstaff, led by Flagstaff Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Arizona requires for your role with the Arizona licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
The federal per diem benchmark in Flagstaff is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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