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Surgical Technologist jobs in Sherman, TX
Pay for surgical technologists in the Sherman area centers on $29.02 per hour, or about $60,360 a year. The lower quarter earns under $13.42 and the upper quarter over $32.36. That ranks 163rd of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 140th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Sherman. The free report below lists employers near Sherman and what they pay.
- $29.02median pay per hour, Sherman
- $13–$32typical range per hour
- 60surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Sherman, TX
The metro median is 4% below the Texas statewide median of $30.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 60 surgical technologists employed in the Sherman-Denison 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% | $13.42 | $27,910 | 56% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $13.42 | $27,910 | 56% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.02 | $60,360 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.36 | $67,310 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.89 | $72,570 | 15% above U.S. median |
How Sherman ranks
- 163rd of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 140th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 9th of 16 Texas 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 Sherman
- Overall prices in Sherman-Denison run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.02 median hour buys what $30.95 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
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Estimated weekly gross$1,045
- Per year: $52,236
- Per month: $4,353
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sherman-Denison metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sherman
| 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).
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Hospitals in Sherman
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Sherman, 0 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital At Sherma Sherman, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Wilson N Jones Regional Medical Center Sherman, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Carrus Behavioral Hospital Sherman, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celina, TX | 23 mi | $36.92/hr | 51,661 |
| McKinney, TX | 30 mi | $36.92/hr | 227,526 |
| Little Elm, TX | 35 mi | $36.92/hr | 61,219 |
| Frisco, TX | 35 mi | $36.92/hr | 235,208 |
| Allen, TX | 36 mi | $36.92/hr | 113,746 |
| Plano, TX | 41 mi | $36.92/hr | 293,286 |
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Texas does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Sherman, TX?
Surgical Technologists in the Sherman-Denison metro area have a median pay of $29.02 per hour, about $60,360 a year. The middle half earn between $13.42 and $32.36 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sherman a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Sherman-Denison ranks 140th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 163rd of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Sherman?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Sherman, led by Baylor Scott And White Surgical Hospital At Sherma. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Sherman as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Sherman?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sherman 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.
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Your Surg Tech pay reportSherman, TX · pay published by employers and employer-reported wage offers in federal filings
1Pay for your role at other employers
- CommonSpirit HealthHOUSTON, TX · 3 postings$42.29/ hr$31–$51
- Veterans Health AdministrationTemple, TX · 3 postings$27.80/ hr$20–$36
- Ahs East Texas Health System, LLCTyler, TX · 1 wage offer$24.43/ hr$24–$24
Median pay per hour, with the range each employer published or reported in federal filings.
2What they are offering now
Low$21Median$34.62High$51
6 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Texas, 5 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 6 Surg Tech roles
- Surgical TechnicianPermanent$41k–$75k/ year
- Surgical TechnicianPermanent$45k–$59k/ year
+ 4 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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