PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Surgical Tech - 36 Hours Weekly - Days & Nights
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN
$28.82–$41.81/ hour
Surgical Technologist jobs in Duluth, MN
Pay for surgical technologists in the Duluth area centers on $33.28 per hour, or about $69,210 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.36 and the upper quarter over $37.14. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Duluth. That ranks 50th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 17th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near Duluth and what they pay.
- $33.28median pay per hour, Duluth
- $31–$37typical range per hour
- 130surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 3open roles with published pay
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Surgical Technologist - Day Shift - Cardiac Call Team
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN
$28.82–$41.81/ hour
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PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Education to Employment - Surgical Tech - Current Students Only
Essentia Health · Duluth, MN
$28.82–$41.81/ hour
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Get my free pay reportSurgical Technologist pay in Duluth, MN
The metro median is 11% below the Minnesota statewide median of $37.48 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 130 surgical technologists employed in the Duluth metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.38).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.66 | $61,690 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.36 | $65,230 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Median | $33.28 | $69,210 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.14 | $77,250 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.66 | $82,490 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Duluth ranks
- 50th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 17th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 Minnesota 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 Duluth
- Overall prices in Duluth run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.28 median hour buys what $37.49 buys at the national price level, 24% 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 Duluth paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,198
- Per year: $59,904
- Per month: $4,992
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Duluth metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Duluth
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,890 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,570 |
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).
Hospitals in Duluth
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Duluth, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Essentia Health Duluth Duluth, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blaine, MN | 122 mi | $38.89/hr | 75,172 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 124 mi | $38.89/hr | 63,807 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 129 mi | $38.89/hr | 82,893 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 130 mi | $32.14/hr | 72,145 |
| Maple Grove, MN | 131 mi | $38.89/hr | 72,739 |
| St. Paul, MN | 134 mi | $38.89/hr | 307,465 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Minnesota · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Minnesota
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Minnesota 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 Duluth, MN?
Surgical Technologists in the Duluth metro area have a median pay of $33.28 per hour, about $69,210 a year. The middle half earn between $31.36 and $37.14 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Duluth a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Duluth ranks 17th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 50th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Duluth?
We list 3 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in Duluth. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Duluth.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in Duluth as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Minnesota requires for your role with the Minnesota 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 Duluth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Duluth is $184 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,890 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Duluth?
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Your Surg Tech pay reportDuluth, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 3 postings$35.31/ hr$29–$42
- Fairview Health ServicesBurnsville, MN · 6 postings$46.05/ hr$32–$54
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 12 postings$42.88/ hr$33–$49
- Avera HealthMarshall, MN · 2 postings$32.14/ hr$26–$40
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$31Median$42.88High$49
24 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Minnesota, 17 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 24 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical Technologist | Plaza Surgery CenterPermanent$30.07–$45.10/ hour
- Surgical Technologist CardiovascularPermanent$36.80–$48.96/ hour
+ 22 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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