Per diemPosted 10 days ago
OB Surgical Tech
CommonSpirit Health · West Valley City, UT
$24.27–$36.10/ hour
Surgical Technologist jobs in Ogden, UT
Surgical Technologists in the Ogden area earn a median of $30.26 per hour, about $62,950 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $24.85 and $35.77. That ranks 98th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 167th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Ogden. The free report below lists employers near Ogden and what they pay.
- $30.26median pay per hour, Ogden
- $25–$36typical range per hour
- 170surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Ogden, UT
The metro median is 1% below the Utah statewide median of $30.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 170 surgical technologists employed in the Ogden metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.87).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $21.55 | $44,820 | 29% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.85 | $51,690 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.26 | $62,950 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.77 | $74,400 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.73 | $78,480 | 25% above U.S. median |
How Ogden ranks
- 98th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 167th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Utah 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 Ogden
- Overall prices in Ogden run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% above the U.S. average (index 117.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.26 median hour buys what $30.15 buys at the national price level, in line with 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$1,089
- Per year: $54,468
- Per month: $4,539
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Ogden metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Ogden
| 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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Per diemPosted 13 days ago
Surgical Tech
CommonSpirit Health · West Jordan, UT
$23.69–$35.24/ hour
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Hospitals in Ogden
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Ogden, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermountain Health Mckay-Dee Hospital Ogden, UT | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ogden Regional Medical Center Ogden, UT | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layton, UT | 10 mi | $30.26/hr | 84,348 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 31 mi | $30.67/hr | 217,783 |
| Logan, UT | 36 mi | $24.80/hr | 56,770 |
| West Valley City, UT | 37 mi | $30.67/hr | 138,144 |
| Millcreek, UT | 38 mi | $30.67/hr | 64,217 |
| Taylorsville, UT | 39 mi | $30.67/hr | 57,819 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Utah · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Utah
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do surgical technologists make in Ogden, UT?
Surgical Technologists in the Ogden metro area have a median pay of $30.26 per hour, about $62,950 a year. The middle half earn between $24.85 and $35.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Ogden a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Ogden ranks 167th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 98th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Ogden?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Ogden, led by Intermountain Health Mckay-Dee Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Utah license to work in Ogden as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Utah requires for your role with the Utah 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 Ogden?
The federal per diem benchmark in Ogden 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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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- CommonSpirit HealthWest Valley City, UT · 2 postings$29.83/ hr$24–$36
- 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
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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.
3Open now: 2 Surg Tech roles
- OB Surgical TechPer diem$24.27–$36.10/ hour
- Surgical TechPer diem$23.69–$35.24/ hour
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