PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Certified Surgical Tech General Surgery
Ascension Health · Kokomo, IN
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Surgical Technologist jobs in Kokomo, IN
Pay for surgical technologists in Indiana centers on $29.62 per hour, or about $61,610 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.81 and the upper quarter over $33.15. That is 2% below the U.S. median of $30.21 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kokomo.
- $29.62median pay per hour, Indiana
- $26–$33typical range per hour
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Surgical Technologist roles in Kokomo
1 more open role from employers in Kokomo. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Surgical Technologist pay in Kokomo, IN
Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 2,610 surgical technologists employed in Indiana.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.58 | $46,970 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.81 | $53,680 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.62 | $61,610 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.15 | $68,950 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.21 | $77,400 | 23% 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.
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- Overall prices in Kokomo run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 41% below the U.S. average (index 59.3).
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 Kokomo paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,066
- Per year: $53,316
- Per month: $4,443
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Indiana. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kokomo
| 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 Kokomo
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo, 2 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension St Vincent Kokomo Kokomo, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Howard Regional Health Inc. Kokomo, IN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield, IN | 30 mi | $30.12/hr | 62,994 |
| Noblesville, IN | 30 mi | $30.12/hr | 75,239 |
| Carmel, IN | 34 mi | $30.12/hr | 103,606 |
| Anderson, IN | 35 mi | $30.12/hr | 55,851 |
| Fishers, IN | 36 mi | $30.12/hr | 103,986 |
| Lafayette, IN | 39 mi | $28.52/hr | 71,757 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Kokomo, IN?
Surgical Technologists in Indiana have a median pay of $29.62 per hour, about $61,610 a year. The middle half earn between $25.81 and $33.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do surgical technologists work in Kokomo?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Kokomo, led by Ascension St Vincent Kokomo. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Indiana license to work in Kokomo 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 Kokomo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kokomo 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 Kokomo?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Kokomo and across Indiana. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Kokomo.
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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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