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Surgical Technologist - Plastic Surgery and Dermatology
Mosaic Life Care · Saint Joseph, MO
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Surgical Technologist jobs in St. Joseph, MO
Surgical Technologists in the St. Joseph area earn a median of $28.31 per hour, about $58,890 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.13 and $30.41. That ranks 183rd of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 77th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph. The free report below lists employers near St. Joseph and what they pay.
- $28.31median pay per hour, St. Joseph
- $22–$30typical range per hour
- 50surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
More open Surgical Technologist roles in St. Joseph
1 more open role from employers in St. Joseph. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.
Surgical Technologist pay in St. Joseph, MO
The metro median is 3% below the Missouri statewide median of $29.05 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 50 surgical technologists employed in the St. Joseph metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.29).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.70 | $45,140 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.13 | $46,030 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.31 | $58,890 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.41 | $63,250 | 1% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.65 | $78,310 | 25% above U.S. median |
How St. Joseph ranks
- 183rd of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 77th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 7 Missouri 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.
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- Overall prices in St. Joseph run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 45% below the U.S. average (index 55.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.31 median hour buys what $32.77 buys at the national price level, 8% 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. Joseph paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,019
- Per year: $50,958
- Per month: $4,246
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Joseph metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in St. Joseph
| 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. Joseph
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph Saint Joseph, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehab Ctr Saint Joseph, MO | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, KS | 44 mi | $29.93/hr | 156,752 |
| Kansas City, MO | 46 mi | $29.93/hr | 516,032 |
| Shawnee, KS | 51 mi | $29.93/hr | 69,724 |
| Independence, MO | 53 mi | $29.93/hr | 121,629 |
| Lenexa, KS | 55 mi | $29.93/hr | 59,427 |
| Blue Springs, MO | 60 mi | $29.93/hr | 61,246 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Missouri · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Missouri
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Missouri 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. Joseph, MO?
Surgical Technologists in the St. Joseph metro area have a median pay of $28.31 per hour, about $58,890 a year. The middle half earn between $22.13 and $30.41 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Joseph a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
St. Joseph ranks 77th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 183rd of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in St. Joseph?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in St. Joseph, led by Mosaic Life Care At St Joseph. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Joseph as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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. Joseph?
The federal per diem benchmark in St. Joseph 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. Joseph?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 6 postings$44.62/ hr$33–$51
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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.
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