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Surgical Technologist | Plaza Surgery Center
CentraCare · Saint Cloud, MN
$30.07–$45.10/ hour
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Surgical Technologist jobs in St. Cloud, MN
The median surgical technologist pay in the St. Cloud area is $32.14 per hour ($66,840 a year), with the typical range running from $29.84 to $34.33. 1 open role with published pay is listed for St. Cloud. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in St. Cloud. Tell us your role and we email current openings near St. Cloud.
- $32.14median pay per hour, St. Cloud
- $30–$34typical range per hour
- 90surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 14% below the Minnesota statewide median of $37.48 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 90 surgical technologists employed in the St. Cloud metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.04 | $52,080 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.84 | $62,070 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.14 | $66,840 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $34.33 | $71,410 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.09 | $79,230 | 26% above U.S. median |
How St. Cloud ranks
- 59th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 22nd of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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 St. Cloud
- Overall prices in St. Cloud run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 65.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.14 median hour buys what $36.68 buys at the national price level, 21% 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 St. Cloud paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,157
- Per year: $57,852
- Per month: $4,821
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Cloud metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Cloud
| 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 St. Cloud
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Cloud, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centracare - St. Cloud Hospital Saint Cloud, MN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Cloud Va Medical Center St. Cloud, MN | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Grove, MN | 45 mi | $38.89/hr | 72,739 |
| Coon Rapids, MN | 48 mi | $38.89/hr | 63,807 |
| Plymouth, MN | 49 mi | $38.89/hr | 78,551 |
| Brooklyn Park, MN | 49 mi | $38.89/hr | 82,893 |
| Blaine, MN | 53 mi | $38.89/hr | 75,172 |
| Minnetonka, MN | 54 mi | $38.89/hr | 52,651 |
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 St. Cloud, MN?
Surgical Technologists in the St. Cloud metro area have a median pay of $32.14 per hour, about $66,840 a year. The middle half earn between $29.84 and $34.33 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Cloud a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
St. Cloud ranks 22nd of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 59th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in St. Cloud?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in St. Cloud. Your free report adds named employers and pay near St. Cloud.
Do I need a Minnesota license to work in St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud?
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Your Surg Tech pay reportSt. Cloud, MN · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Fairview Health ServicesBurnsville, MN · 6 postings$46.05/ hr$32–$54
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 12 postings$42.88/ hr$33–$49
- Essentia HealthDuluth, MN · 3 postings$35.31/ hr$29–$42
- 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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