PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Surgical Technician
Veterans Health Administration · Boise, ID
$50k–$66k/ year
Surgical Technologist jobs in Caldwell, ID
Surgical Technologists in the Caldwell area earn a median of $32.39 per hour, about $67,380 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $28.84 and $36.43. That ranks 57th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 75th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Caldwell. The free report below lists employers near Caldwell and what they pay.
- $32.39median pay per hour, Boise City
- $29–$36typical range per hour
- 330surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Caldwell, ID
The metro median is 7% above the Idaho statewide median of $30.25 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 330 surgical technologists employed in the Boise City metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.15).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.86 | $39,230 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.84 | $59,990 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.39 | $67,380 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.43 | $75,770 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.20 | $81,540 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Caldwell ranks
- 57th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 75th 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.
What your pay buys in Caldwell
- Overall prices in Boise City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.39 median hour buys what $32.92 buys at the national price level, 9% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,166
- Per year: $58,302
- Per month: $4,858
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boise City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Caldwell
| 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).
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Hospitals in Caldwell
CMS lists 1 hospital in Caldwell, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Valley Medical Center Caldwell, ID | Acute care | For-profit | 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nampa, ID | 6 mi | $32.39/hr | 117,350 |
| Meridian, ID | 13 mi | $32.39/hr | 139,740 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 134 mi | $29.69/hr | 55,589 |
| Kennewick, WA | 215 mi | $33.55/hr | 86,728 |
| Pasco, WA | 217 mi | $33.55/hr | 81,724 |
| Pocatello, ID | 218 mi | $30.25/hr | 58,231 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Idaho · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Idaho
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Caldwell
Caldwell city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Caldwell, ID?
Surgical Technologists in the Boise City metro area have a median pay of $32.39 per hour, about $67,380 a year. The middle half earn between $28.84 and $36.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Caldwell a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Boise City ranks 75th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 57th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Caldwell?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Caldwell, led by West Valley Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Caldwell as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho 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 Caldwell?
The federal per diem benchmark in Caldwell 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 Caldwell?
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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.
3Open now: 1 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical TechnicianPermanent$50k–$66k/ year
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