Per diemPosted 17 days ago
Surgical Technologist Extern - PRN
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$22.05–$33.08/ hour
Surgical Technologist jobs in Springfield, IL
Pay for surgical technologists in the Springfield area centers on $28.88 per hour, or about $60,080 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.76 and the upper quarter over $30.84. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Springfield. That ranks 166th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 131st of 261 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Springfield and what they pay.
- $28.88median pay per hour, Springfield
- $25–$31typical range per hour
- 150surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 7open roles with published pay
Open Surgical Technologist roles in Springfield
PermanentPosted 23 days ago
Surgical Technician - Ophthalmology & Pain
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$26.80–$40.20/ hour
Top 25% pay
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Per diemPosted 30+ days ago
Surgical Tech - CVOR - PRN
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$32.58–$48.87/ hour
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$28.14–$42.21/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Surgical Technologist - Dedicated Call
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$26.80–$40.20/ hour
Top 25% pay
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Surgical Technologist II
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$25.53–$38.29/ hour
PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Surgical Technologist
Hospital Sisters Health System · Springfield, IL
$25.53–$38.29/ hour
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Get my free pay reportSurgical Technologist pay in Springfield, IL
The metro median is 4% below the Illinois statewide median of $30.06 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 150 surgical technologists employed in the Springfield metro area, 1.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.01).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.87 | $43,410 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.76 | $51,500 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.88 | $60,080 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.84 | $64,150 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.99 | $74,860 | 19% above U.S. median |
How Springfield ranks
- 166th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 131st of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 6 Illinois 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 Springfield
- Overall prices in Springfield run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.88 median hour buys what $31.14 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Springfield paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,040
- Per year: $51,984
- Per month: $4,332
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Springfield metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Springfield
| 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 Springfield
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memorial Medical Center Springfield, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Johns Hospital Springfield, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Andrew Mcfarland Mental Hlth Ctr Springfield, IL | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, IL | 38 mi | $30.06/hr | 68,763 |
| Bloomington, IL | 59 mi | $31.64/hr | 79,232 |
| Normal, IL | 61 mi | $31.64/hr | 53,304 |
| Peoria, IL | 66 mi | $25.80/hr | 111,696 |
| Champaign, IL | 76 mi | $28.83/hr | 91,961 |
| Florissant, MO | 78 mi | $30.21/hr | 51,290 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Illinois · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Illinois
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Illinois taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Springfield
Springfield city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Springfield, IL?
Surgical Technologists in the Springfield metro area have a median pay of $28.88 per hour, about $60,080 a year. The middle half earn between $24.76 and $30.84 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Springfield a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Springfield ranks 131st of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 166th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Springfield?
We list 7 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Springfield. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Springfield.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Springfield as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Springfield?
The federal per diem benchmark in Springfield 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.
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Your Surg Tech pay reportSpringfield, IL · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Hospital Sisters Health SystemSpringfield, IL · 8 postings$32.70/ hr$22–$49
- Southern Illinois HealthcareIllinois · 3 postings$31.37/ hr$22–$47
- MercyIllinois · 2 postings$28.41/ hr$23–$34
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationOlympia Fields, IL · 4 postings$25.24/ hr$20–$37
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$31.37High$40
17 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Illinois, 8 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 17 Surg Tech roles
- Certified OR Tech - CSTPermanent$20.52–$28.65/ hour
- Operating Room Tech OR Tech - SurgeryPermanent$20.80–$31.00/ hour
+ 15 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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