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Surgical Technician
CommonSpirit Health · Lexington, KY
$22.51–$31.79/ hour
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Surgical Technologist jobs in Owensboro, KY
The median surgical technologist pay in Kentucky is $25.11 per hour ($52,240 a year), with the typical range running from $22.40 to $29.62. That is 17% below the U.S. median of $30.21 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Owensboro. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Owensboro.
- $25.11median pay per hour, Kentucky
- $22–$30typical range per hour
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Owensboro, KY
Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 1,900 surgical technologists employed in Kentucky.
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.39 | $38,250 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.40 | $46,590 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.11 | $52,240 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.62 | $61,610 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.72 | $70,140 | 12% 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 Owensboro
- Overall prices in Owensboro run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 55.7).
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$904
- Per year: $45,198
- Per month: $3,766
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Kentucky. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Owensboro
| 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).
Open Surgical Technologist roles in Kentucky
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Surgical Technician Cert
CommonSpirit Health · Lexington, KY
$23.69–$35.24/ hour
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Hospitals in Owensboro
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owensboro Health Regional Hospital Owensboro, KY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evansville, IN | 28 mi | $29.13/hr | 115,395 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 66 mi | $23.22/hr | 79,076 |
| Clarksville, TN | 83 mi | $27.10/hr | 185,690 |
| Louisville, KY | 85 mi | $27.54/hr | 640,796 |
| Jeffersonville, IN | 87 mi | $27.54/hr | 52,912 |
| Gallatin, TN | 102 mi | $29.04/hr | 52,489 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Kentucky · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kentucky
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kentucky 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 Owensboro, KY?
Surgical Technologists in Kentucky have a median pay of $25.11 per hour, about $52,240 a year. The middle half earn between $22.40 and $29.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Where do surgical technologists work in Owensboro?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Owensboro, led by Owensboro Health Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kentucky license to work in Owensboro as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kentucky requires for your role with the Kentucky 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 Owensboro?
The federal per diem benchmark in Owensboro 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 Owensboro?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Owensboro and across Kentucky. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Owensboro.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthLEXINGTON, KY · 2 postings$28.31/ hr$23–$35
- 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
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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: 2 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical TechnicianPermanent$22.51–$31.79/ hour
- Surgical Technician CertPermanent$23.69–$35.24/ hour
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