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Surgical Technologist jobs in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Surgical Technologists in the Fort Lauderdale area earn a median of $30.52 per hour, about $63,470 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.78 and $36.93. That ranks 91st of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 238th of 261 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Fort Lauderdale and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Fort Lauderdale and what they pay.
- $30.52median pay per hour, Miami
- $24–$37typical range per hour
- 2,180surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Get my free pay reportSurgical Technologist pay in Fort Lauderdale, FL
The metro median is 4% above the Florida statewide median of $29.34 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 2,180 surgical technologists employed in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.06).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.39 | $38,250 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.78 | $49,460 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.52 | $63,470 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.93 | $76,810 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $41.53 | $86,380 | 37% above U.S. median |
How Fort Lauderdale ranks
- 91st of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 238th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Fort Lauderdale
- Overall prices in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach run 14% above the U.S. average (index 114.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 56% above the U.S. average (index 155.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.52 median hour buys what $26.74 buys at the national price level, 12% 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.
Estimate your Fort Lauderdale paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,099
- Per year: $54,936
- Per month: $4,578
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Fort Lauderdale
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $177 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,841 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,933 |
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).
Hospitals in Fort Lauderdale
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Fort Lauderdale, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Broward Health Imperial Point Fort Lauderdale, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | No |
| Broward Health Medical Center Fort Lauderdale, FL | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lauderhill, FL | 5 mi | $30.52/hr | 76,627 |
| Pompano Beach, FL | 7 mi | $30.52/hr | 118,104 |
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 Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Surgical Technologists in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area have a median pay of $30.52 per hour, about $63,470 a year. The middle half earn between $23.78 and $36.93 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Fort Lauderdale a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach ranks 238th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 91st of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Fort Lauderdale?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Fort Lauderdale.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?
The federal per diem benchmark in Fort Lauderdale is $177 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,841 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Fort Lauderdale?
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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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- Clinical Specialist, CST - Boca Raton, FLPermanent$76k–$114k/ year
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