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Surgical Technologist jobs in Council Bluffs, IA
The median surgical technologist pay in the Council Bluffs area is $30.27 per hour ($62,960 a year), with the typical range running from $29.04 to $35.49. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Council Bluffs and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs. The free report below lists employers near Council Bluffs and what they pay.
- $30.27median pay per hour, Omaha
- $29–$35typical range per hour
- 360surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 17% above the Iowa statewide median of $25.92 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 360 surgical technologists employed in the Omaha metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.99).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $24.52 | $51,000 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.04 | $60,400 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.27 | $62,960 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.49 | $73,820 | 17% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.05 | $93,700 | 49% above U.S. median |
How Council Bluffs ranks
- 97th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 72nd 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 Council Bluffs
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.27 median hour buys what $32.93 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.
Estimate your Council Bluffs paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,090
- Per year: $54,486
- Per month: $4,540
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Council Bluffs
| 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 Council Bluffs
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Jennie Edmundson Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 8 mi | $30.27/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 11 mi | $30.27/hr | 489,265 |
| Lincoln, NE | 52 mi | $30.21/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 91 mi | $25.59/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 110 mi | $29.17/hr | 73,664 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 116 mi | $28.31/hr | 71,098 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Iowa · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Iowa
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Iowa taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Council Bluffs
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Council Bluffs, IA?
Surgical Technologists in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $30.27 per hour, about $62,960 a year. The middle half earn between $29.04 and $35.49 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Council Bluffs a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 72nd of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 97th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Council Bluffs?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the Omaha area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Council Bluffs.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Council Bluffs as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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 Council Bluffs?
The federal per diem benchmark in Council Bluffs 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 Council Bluffs?
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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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Low$24Median$37.24High$50
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3Open now: 1 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical Technician - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive AuthorizedPermanent$48k–$78k/ year
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