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Surgical Technologist jobs in Honolulu, HI
Surgical Technologists in the Honolulu area earn a median of $40.48 per hour, about $84,190 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $30.36 and $41.30. That ranks 9th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 25th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Honolulu.
- $40.48median pay per hour, Urban Honolulu
- $30–$41typical range per hour
- 270surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 111cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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1 more open role from employers in Honolulu. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Surgical Technologist pay in Honolulu, HI
The metro median is 10% above the Hawaii statewide median of $36.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 270 surgical technologists employed in the Urban Honolulu metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.81).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.82 | $43,310 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $30.36 | $63,150 | in line with U.S. median |
| Median | $40.48 | $84,190 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.30 | $85,900 | 37% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.17 | $93,950 | 50% above U.S. median |
How Honolulu ranks
- 9th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 25th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
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.
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- Overall prices in Urban Honolulu run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% above the U.S. average (index 135.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $40.48 median hour buys what $36.48 buys at the national price level, 21% above 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 Honolulu paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,457
- Per year: $72,864
- Per month: $6,072
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Urban Honolulu metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Honolulu
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Honolulu
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, 3 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kuakini Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Straub Clinic And Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Queens Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Tripler Amc (Ft Shafter) Honolulu, HI | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
License and tax basics in Hawaii
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Hawaii taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Honolulu, HI?
Surgical Technologists in the Urban Honolulu metro area have a median pay of $40.48 per hour, about $84,190 a year. The middle half earn between $30.36 and $41.30 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Honolulu a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Urban Honolulu ranks 25th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 9th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Honolulu?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Hawaii license to work in Honolulu as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii 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 Honolulu?
The federal per diem benchmark in Honolulu is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Honolulu?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Honolulu and across Hawaii. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Honolulu.
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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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2What they are offering now
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.
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