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Surgical Technician
Veterans Health Administration · Detroit, MI
$61k–$80k/ year
New this week
Surgical Technologist jobs in Kentwood, MI
The median surgical technologist pay in the Kentwood area is $29.57 per hour ($61,500 a year), with the typical range running from $23.53 to $36.47. That ranks 132nd of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 139th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in the Kentwood metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kentwood.
- $29.57median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $24–$36typical range per hour
- 570surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Kentwood, MI
The metro median is 1% below the Michigan statewide median of $29.96 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 570 surgical technologists employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.37).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.84 | $37,110 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.53 | $48,940 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.57 | $61,500 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.47 | $75,860 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.43 | $84,090 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Kentwood ranks
- 132nd of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 139th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 8 Michigan 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.
What your pay buys in Kentwood
- Overall prices in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.57 median hour buys what $30.95 buys at the national price level, 2% 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$1,065
- Per year: $53,226
- Per month: $4,436
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kentwood
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $119 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,393 |
| 13-week assignment | $18,109 |
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 Michigan
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Surgical Technician
Veterans Health Administration · Ann Arbor, MI
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Surgical Technologist (OR) Full Time, Days
Holland Hospital · Holland, MI
$23.31–$36.36/ hour
Hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area
CMS lists 5 hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area, 2 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Michigan Health - West Wyoming, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $29.57/hr | 78,559 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 6 mi | $29.57/hr | 200,117 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 42 mi | $29.51/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 44 mi | $29.96/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 54 mi | $29.96/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 85 mi | $29.56/hr | 53,690 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Michigan · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Michigan
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Kentwood, MI?
Surgical Technologists in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $29.57 per hour, about $61,500 a year. The middle half earn between $23.53 and $36.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kentwood a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 139th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 132nd of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Kentwood?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood area, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kentwood as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Kentwood?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kentwood is $119 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,393 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Veterans Health AdministrationDetroit, MI · 2 postings$33.87/ hr$29–$38
- 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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Low$23Median$33.87High$38
3 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Michigan, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical TechnicianPermanent$61k–$80k/ year
- Surgical TechnicianPermanent$61k–$80k/ year
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