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Certified Surgical Technologist
Franciscan Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Surgical Technologist jobs in Indianapolis, IN
Pay for surgical technologists in the Indianapolis area centers on $30.12 per hour, or about $62,660 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.76 and the upper quarter over $31.72. That ranks 105th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 114th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis. The free report below lists employers near Indianapolis and what they pay.
- $30.12median pay per hour, Indianapolis
- $26–$32typical range per hour
- 830surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Surgical Technologist roles in Indianapolis
5 more open roles from employers in Indianapolis. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Technologist- Main OR
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Certified Surgical Technologist Main OR
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Certified Surgical Technologist CVOR
Ascension Health · Indianapolis, IN
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Surgical Technologist pay in Indianapolis, IN
The metro median is 2% above the Indiana statewide median of $29.62 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 830 surgical technologists employed in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area, 0.8 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.03).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.58 | $46,970 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.76 | $53,580 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.12 | $62,660 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.72 | $65,980 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.42 | $77,830 | 24% above U.S. median |
How Indianapolis ranks
- 105th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 114th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 9 Indiana 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.
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- Overall prices in Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.12 median hour buys what $31.47 buys at the national price level, 4% 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 Indianapolis paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,084
- Per year: $54,216
- Per month: $4,518
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Indianapolis
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $133 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,491 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,383 |
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 Indianapolis
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, 1 of the 8 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan Health Indianapolis Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital East Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital North Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital South, Inc. Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Eskenazi Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indiana University Health Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Indianapolis Va Medical Center Indianapolis, IN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Fairbanks Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Orthoindy Hospital Indianapolis, IN | Acute care | Other | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenwood, IN | 12 mi | $30.12/hr | 68,175 |
| Carmel, IN | 13 mi | $30.12/hr | 103,606 |
| Columbus, IN | 41 mi | $29.62/hr | 51,970 |
| Bloomington, IN | 47 mi | $30.49/hr | 79,986 |
| Kokomo, IN | 47 mi | $29.62/hr | 60,093 |
| Muncie, IN | 49 mi | $29.62/hr | 65,320 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Indiana · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Indiana
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Indiana taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Indianapolis
Indianapolis city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Indianapolis, IN?
Surgical Technologists in the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood metro area have a median pay of $30.12 per hour, about $62,660 a year. The middle half earn between $25.76 and $31.72 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Indianapolis a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood ranks 114th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 105th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Indianapolis?
CMS lists 14 hospitals in Indianapolis, led by Franciscan Health Indianapolis. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Indianapolis as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Indiana requires for your role with the Indiana 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 Indianapolis?
The federal per diem benchmark in Indianapolis is $133 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,491 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Indianapolis?
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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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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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