PermanentPosted today
Surgical Tech - Nantucket
Mass General Brigham · Nantucket, MA
$30.12–$57.18/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Surgical Technologist jobs in Taunton, MA
The median surgical technologist pay in the Taunton area is $31.92 per hour ($66,390 a year), with the typical range running from $25.98 to $38.78. That ranks 67th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 119th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Taunton. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Taunton.
- $31.92median pay per hour, Providence
- $26–$39typical range per hour
- 380surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 102cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Taunton, MA
The metro median is 15% below the Massachusetts statewide median of $37.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 380 surgical technologists employed in the Providence-Warwick metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.73).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.18 | $39,890 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.98 | $54,040 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.92 | $66,390 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.78 | $80,660 | 28% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.33 | $83,890 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Taunton ranks
- 67th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 119th 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 Taunton
- Overall prices in Providence-Warwick run 2% above the U.S. average (index 101.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.92 median hour buys what $31.36 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,149
- Per year: $57,456
- Per month: $4,788
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Providence-Warwick metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Taunton
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $126 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,442 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,746 |
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).
Open Surgical Technologist roles in Massachusetts
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Surgical Technologist - MEE- Longwood
Mass General Brigham · Boston, MA
$31.98–$50.25/ hour
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Certified Surgical Technologist, Operating Roon, 36 Hours, Evenings
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
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Surgical Technologist
Baystate Health · Springfield, MA
$31.62–$39.47/ hour
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Certified Surgical Technologist - Per Diem - Faulkner
Mass General Brigham · Jamaica Plain, MA
$33.25–$47.79/ hour
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Certified Surgical Technologist, Operating Room, 36 Hours, Days
UMass Memorial Health Care · Worcester, MA
$23.50–$51.64/ hour
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Hospitals in Taunton
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Taunton, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brown University Health Morton Hospital Taunton, MA | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Taunton State Hospital Taunton, MA | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fall River, MA | 12 mi | $31.92/hr | 94,689 |
| Brockton, MA | 13 mi | $37.75/hr | 105,788 |
| Pawtucket, RI | 14 mi | $31.92/hr | 76,996 |
| Weymouth Town, MA | 22 mi | $37.75/hr | 60,159 |
| Quincy, MA | 25 mi | $37.75/hr | 103,434 |
| Newton, MA | 30 mi | $37.75/hr | 90,700 |
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Taunton, MA?
Surgical Technologists in the Providence-Warwick metro area have a median pay of $31.92 per hour, about $66,390 a year. The middle half earn between $25.98 and $38.78 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Taunton a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Providence-Warwick ranks 119th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 67th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% above the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Taunton?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Taunton, led by Brown University Health Morton Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Massachusetts license to work in Taunton as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Massachusetts requires for your role with the Massachusetts 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 Taunton?
The federal per diem benchmark in Taunton is $126 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,442 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 reportTaunton, MA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Boston Medical CenterBoston, MA · 8 postings$44.16/ hr$34–$51
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 25 postings$38.91/ hr$30–$62
- UMass Memorial Health CareWorcester, MA · 6 postings$36.13/ hr$23–$52
- Baystate HealthSpringfield, MA · 2 postings$35.55/ hr$32–$39
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Low$30Median$38.91High$50
41 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Massachusetts, 29 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 41 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical Tech - NantucketPermanent$30.12–$57.18/ hour
- Surgical Technologist - MEE- LongwoodPermanent$31.98–$50.25/ hour
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