PermanentPosted 8 days ago
Surgical Technician
Veterans Health Administration · Boise, ID
$50k–$66k/ year
Surgical Technologist jobs in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Pay for surgical technologists in Idaho centers on $30.25 per hour, or about $62,930 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.65 and the upper quarter over $36.14. That is in line with the U.S. median of $30.21 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Coeur d'Alene. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Coeur d'Alene.
- $30.25median pay per hour, Idaho
- $25–$36typical range per hour
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Coeur d'Alene, ID
Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 990 surgical technologists employed in Idaho.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.39 | $46,570 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.65 | $51,270 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.25 | $62,930 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.14 | $75,170 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.33 | $77,650 | 24% 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.
What your pay buys in Coeur d'Alene
- Overall prices in Coeur d'Alene run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.6).
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$1,089
- Per year: $54,450
- Per month: $4,538
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Idaho. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Coeur d'Alene
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $161 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,645 |
| 13-week assignment | $21,385 |
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 Coeur d'Alene
CMS lists 1 hospital in Coeur d'Alene, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kootenai Health Coeur D'Alene, ID | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane Valley, WA | 21 mi | $34.55/hr | 108,267 |
| Spokane, WA | 30 mi | $34.55/hr | 230,609 |
| Missoula, MT | 142 mi | $29.61/hr | 78,204 |
| Pasco, WA | 148 mi | $33.55/hr | 81,724 |
| Kennewick, WA | 153 mi | $33.55/hr | 86,728 |
| Richland, WA | 153 mi | $33.55/hr | 64,372 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Coeur d'Alene, ID?
Surgical Technologists in Idaho have a median pay of $30.25 per hour, about $62,930 a year. The middle half earn between $24.65 and $36.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do surgical technologists work in Coeur d'Alene?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Coeur d'Alene, led by Kootenai Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Coeur d'Alene 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 Coeur d'Alene?
The federal per diem benchmark in Coeur d'Alene is $161 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,645 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Coeur d'Alene?
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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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