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Surgical Technologist jobs in Clearwater, FL
The median surgical technologist pay in the Clearwater area is $30.07 per hour ($62,550 a year), with the typical range running from $23.59 to $32.13. That ranks 109th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 175th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater. The free report below lists employers near Clearwater and what they pay.
- $30.07median pay per hour, Tampa
- $24–$32typical range per hour
- 1,240surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Clearwater, FL
The metro median is 2% above the Florida statewide median of $29.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 1,240 surgical technologists employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.63 | $38,750 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.59 | $49,070 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.07 | $62,550 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.13 | $66,830 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $36.95 | $76,860 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Clearwater ranks
- 109th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 175th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 6th of 17 Florida metro areas
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.
What your pay buys in Clearwater
- Overall prices in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.07 median hour buys what $29.80 buys at the national price level, 1% below the national median.
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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Estimated weekly gross$1,083
- Per year: $54,126
- Per month: $4,510
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Clearwater
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $161 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,687 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,931 |
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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Hospitals in Clearwater
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morton Plant Hospital Clearwater, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Windmoor Healthcare Of Clearwater Clearwater, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Surgical Technologist pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Largo, FL | 5 mi | $30.07/hr | 82,337 |
| Pinellas Park, FL | 9 mi | $30.07/hr | 53,503 |
| Bradenton, FL | 36 mi | $26.87/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 46 mi | $26.87/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 50 mi | $28.84/hr | 124,990 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 64 mi | $28.84/hr | 59,975 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Florida · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Florida
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Clearwater, FL?
Surgical Technologists in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $30.07 per hour, about $62,550 a year. The middle half earn between $23.59 and $32.13 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Clearwater a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 175th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 109th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Clearwater?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Clearwater, led by Morton Plant Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Clearwater as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Clearwater?
The federal per diem benchmark in Clearwater is $161 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,687 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Clearwater?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$48.62/ hr$31–$60
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 10 postings$47.95/ hr$32–$62
- Fairview Health ServicesBurnsville, MN · 6 postings$46.05/ hr$32–$54
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 6 postings$44.62/ hr$33–$51
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Low$24Median$37.24High$50
293 Surg Tech postings with published pay in the US, 229 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 1 Surg Tech roles
- Clinical Specialist, CST - Boca Raton, FLPermanent$76k–$114k/ year
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