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Surgical Technologist
Sentara Healthcare · Virginia Beach, VA
$30.26–$44.75/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Surgical Technologist jobs in Portsmouth, VA
Surgical Technologists in the Portsmouth area earn a median of $29.71 per hour, about $61,810 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $24.31 and $37.15. That ranks 125th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 163rd of 261 once local prices are factored in. 6 open roles with published pay are listed for Portsmouth and its metro area. The free report below lists employers near Portsmouth and what they pay.
- $29.71median pay per hour, Virginia Beach
- $24–$37typical range per hour
- 530surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 6open roles with published pay in the metro area
Open Surgical Technologist roles near Portsmouth
Roles in other cities of the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk area.
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Surgical Technologists - Multiple Shifts
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
$30.26–$44.75/ hour
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Cardiac OR Surgical Technologists
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
$30.26–$44.75/ hour
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L&D Surgical Technologist
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
$30.26–$44.75/ hour
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Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist II
Sentara Healthcare · Norfolk, VA
$30.26–$44.75/ hour
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago
Surgical Technologist I
Sentara Healthcare · Virginia Beach, VA
$30.26–$44.75/ hour
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Get my free pay reportSurgical Technologist pay in Portsmouth, VA
The metro median is 3% below the Virginia statewide median of $30.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 530 surgical technologists employed in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.29 | $38,040 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.31 | $50,560 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.71 | $61,810 | 2% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.15 | $77,270 | 23% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.87 | $85,010 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Portsmouth ranks
- 125th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 163rd of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Virginia 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 Portsmouth
- Overall prices in Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.71 median hour buys what $30.33 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.
Estimate your Portsmouth paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,070
- Per year: $53,478
- Per month: $4,456
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Portsmouth
| 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 Portsmouth
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Portsmouth, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center Portsmouth, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nmc Portsmouth Portsmouth, VA | Acute Care - Department of Defense | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norfolk, VA | 8 mi | $29.71/hr | 231,105 |
| Chesapeake, VA | 13 mi | $29.71/hr | 254,997 |
| Richmond, VA | 77 mi | $29.35/hr | 233,655 |
| Rocky Mount, NC | 101 mi | $25.36/hr | 54,541 |
| Greenville, NC | 104 mi | $35.60/hr | 95,138 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 135 mi | $29.88/hr | 56,764 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Virginia · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Virginia
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Virginia 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 Portsmouth, VA?
Surgical Technologists in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk metro area have a median pay of $29.71 per hour, about $61,810 a year. The middle half earn between $24.31 and $37.15 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Portsmouth a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk ranks 163rd of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 125th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring surgical technologists in Portsmouth?
We list 6 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Portsmouth.
Do I need a Virginia license to work in Portsmouth as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Virginia requires for your role with the Virginia 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 Portsmouth?
The federal per diem benchmark in Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth?
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Your Surg Tech pay reportPortsmouth, VA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Mary Washington HealthcareVirginia · 7 postings$38.93/ hr$31–$54
- Sentara HealthcareNorfolk, VA · 11 postings$37.51/ hr$30–$45
- Carilion ClinicRoanoke, VA · 6 postings$32.21/ hr$19–$39
- Valley HealthWinchester, VA · 3 postings$31.27/ hr$25–$44
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$22Median$36.75High$45
37 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Virginia, 30 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 37 Surg Tech roles
- SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST CERTIFIEDPermanent$25.77–$38.66/ hour
- Certified Surgical Technologist - New hire Sign on Bonus $20K, up to $7,000 in relocation assistance is available.Permanent$25.77–$38.66/ hour
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