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Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Cardiac Team - St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
Bon Secours Mercy Health · Youngstown, OH
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Surgical Technologist jobs in Youngstown, OH
Pay for surgical technologists in the Youngstown area centers on $25.51 per hour, or about $53,050 a year. The lower quarter earns under $17.64 and the upper quarter over $27.62. That ranks 224th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 192nd of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown. The free report below lists employers near Youngstown and what they pay.
- $25.51median pay per hour, Youngstown
- $18–$28typical range per hour
- 170surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 87cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Surgical Technologist pay in Youngstown, OH
The metro median is 12% below the Ohio statewide median of $29.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 170 surgical technologists employed in the Youngstown-Warren metro area, 1.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.46).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.13 | $33,550 | 47% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.64 | $36,690 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.51 | $53,050 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $27.62 | $57,450 | 9% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.29 | $58,840 | 6% below U.S. median |
How Youngstown ranks
- 224th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 192nd of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th of 11 Ohio 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 Youngstown-Warren run 13% below the U.S. average (index 87.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 47% below the U.S. average (index 53.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.51 median hour buys what $29.19 buys at the national price level, 3% 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 Youngstown paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$918
- Per year: $45,918
- Per month: $3,826
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Youngstown-Warren metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Youngstown
| 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 Youngstown
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surgical Hospital At Southwoods Youngstown, OH | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Mh St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital Youngstown, OH | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Generations Behavioral Health-Youngstown Llc Youngstown, OH | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OH | 43 mi | $27.96/hr | 69,211 |
| Akron, OH | 46 mi | $26.93/hr | 189,664 |
| Cuyahoga Falls, OH | 48 mi | $26.93/hr | 50,979 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 57 mi | $29.49/hr | 307,668 |
| Parma, OH | 60 mi | $29.69/hr | 79,350 |
| Cleveland, OH | 60 mi | $29.69/hr | 365,379 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Ohio · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Ohio
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Ohio 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 Youngstown, OH?
Surgical Technologists in the Youngstown-Warren metro area have a median pay of $25.51 per hour, about $53,050 a year. The middle half earn between $17.64 and $27.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Youngstown a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Youngstown-Warren ranks 192nd of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 224th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Youngstown?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Youngstown, led by Surgical Hospital At Southwoods. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Ohio license to work in Youngstown as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Ohio requires for your role with the Ohio 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 Youngstown?
The federal per diem benchmark in Youngstown 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 Youngstown?
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- 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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