PermanentPosted 29 days ago
Adult Operating Room - Surgical Technologist 2
University of Rochester Medical Center · Rochester, NY
$29.00–$39.15/ hour
Surgical Technologist jobs in Rochester, NY
The median surgical technologist pay in the Rochester area is $28.17 per hour ($58,590 a year), with the typical range running from $24.08 to $36.64. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Rochester. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Rochester. The free report below lists employers near Rochester and what they pay.
- $28.17median pay per hour, Rochester
- $24–$37typical range per hour
- 310surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 22% below the New York statewide median of $36.18 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 310 surgical technologists employed in the Rochester metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.73 | $38,960 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.08 | $50,090 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.17 | $58,590 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.64 | $76,210 | 21% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.41 | $79,890 | 27% above U.S. median |
How Rochester ranks
- 187th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 197th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 7 New York 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 Rochester
- Overall prices in Rochester run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.17 median hour buys what $29.03 buys at the national price level, 4% below 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 Rochester paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,014
- Per year: $50,706
- Per month: $4,226
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rochester metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rochester
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $132 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,484 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,292 |
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 Rochester
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Rochester, 0 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Strong Memorial Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Rochester General Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Specialty Hospital Rochester, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Rochester Psychiatric Center Rochester, NY | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo, NY | 66 mi | $33.84/hr | 276,617 |
| Syracuse, NY | 75 mi | $30.46/hr | 146,097 |
| Utica, NY | 121 mi | $30.48/hr | 63,660 |
| Erie, PA | 145 mi | $24.92/hr | 92,940 |
| Scranton, PA | 158 mi | $28.57/hr | 75,905 |
| Schenectady, NY | 188 mi | $29.38/hr | 69,495 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in New York · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New York
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New York 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 Rochester, NY?
Surgical Technologists in the Rochester metro area have a median pay of $28.17 per hour, about $58,590 a year. The middle half earn between $24.08 and $36.64 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rochester a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Rochester ranks 197th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 187th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Rochester?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Rochester. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Rochester.
Do I need a New York license to work in Rochester as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 Rochester?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rochester is $132 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,484 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place surgical technologists in Rochester?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- NewYork-PresbyterianNew York · 6 postings$44.62/ hr$33–$51
- United Health ServicesNorwich, NY · 2 postings$31.04/ hr$25–$38
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$48.62/ hr$31–$60
- CommonSpirit HealthSTOCKTON, CA · 10 postings$47.95/ hr$32–$62
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2What they are offering now
Low$26Median$35.82High$50
12 Surg Tech postings with published pay in New York, 12 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 12 Surg Tech roles
- Medical Surgical Technician - Center for Special Studies (TWO locations: East 68th Street and West 23rd Street)Permanent$32.55–$39.06/ hour
- Operating Room Technician I - Pediatric Operating Room - DaysPermanent$44.95–$50.65/ hour
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