PermanentPosted today
Certified Surgical Technologist
MultiCare · Puyallup, WA
$34.32–$56.73/ hour
Top 25% payNew this week
Surgical Technologist jobs in Richland, WA
Pay for surgical technologists in the Richland area centers on $33.55 per hour, or about $69,790 a year. The lower quarter earns under $29.44 and the upper quarter over $38.46. That ranks 47th of 281 U.S. metro areas for surgical technologist pay, and 60th of 261 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Richland. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Richland.
- $33.55median pay per hour, Kennewick
- $29–$38typical range per hour
- 90surgical technologists employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Surgical Technologist pay in Richland, WA
The metro median is 5% below the Washington statewide median of $35.32 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.21 per hour. BLS counts about 90 surgical technologists employed in the Kennewick-Richland 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% | $25.47 | $52,980 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $29.44 | $61,240 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Median | $33.55 | $69,790 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.46 | $80,000 | 27% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.03 | $95,740 | 52% above U.S. median |
How Richland ranks
- 47th of 281 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 60th of 261 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 5 Washington 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 Richland
- Overall prices in Kennewick-Richland run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $33.55 median hour buys what $33.52 buys at the national price level, 11% 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$1,208
- Per year: $60,390
- Per month: $5,032
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kennewick-Richland metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Richland
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $130 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,512 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,656 |
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).
Open Surgical Technologist roles in Washington
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Surgical Technologist
MultiCare · Yakima, WA
$33.52–$48.23/ hour
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Surgical Technologist - Pediatric OR
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$34.32–$56.71/ hour
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Certified Surgical Technologist
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$34.32–$56.71/ hour
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Surgical Technologist - Operating Room
MultiCare · Tacoma, WA
$32.56–$53.82/ hour
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Certified Surgical Technologist
MultiCare · Olympia, WA
$32.11–$53.11/ hour
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Hospitals in Richland
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Richland, 1 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of surgical technologists.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kadlec Regional Medical Center Richland, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lourdes Counseling Center Richland, WA | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick, WA | 8 mi | $33.55/hr | 86,728 |
| Pasco, WA | 8 mi | $33.55/hr | 81,724 |
| Yakima, WA | 63 mi | $30.00/hr | 97,390 |
| Spokane, WA | 130 mi | $34.55/hr | 230,609 |
| Spokane Valley, WA | 136 mi | $34.55/hr | 108,267 |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 153 mi | $30.25/hr | 57,355 |
Surgical Technologist jobs in Washington · Surgical Technologist jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Washington
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Washington 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 Richland, WA?
Surgical Technologists in the Kennewick-Richland metro area have a median pay of $33.55 per hour, about $69,790 a year. The middle half earn between $29.44 and $38.46 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Richland a good place for surgical technologists once cost of living is counted?
Kennewick-Richland ranks 60th of 261 metro areas for surgical technologist pay after adjusting for local prices, and 47th of 281 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do surgical technologists work in Richland?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Richland, led by Kadlec Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Richland as a surgical technologist?
CST certification or completion of an accredited program. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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 Richland?
The federal per diem benchmark in Richland is $130 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,512 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 reportRichland, WA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$48.62/ hr$31–$60
- CommonSpirit HealthTACOMA, WA · 7 postings$44.36/ hr$31–$60
- MultiCareTacoma, WA · 12 postings$42.43/ hr$32–$57
- Shriners Hospitals for ChildrenSpokane, WA · 2 postings$37.24/ hr$30–$45
Median posted pay per hour, with the range each employer published.
2What they are offering now
Low$32Median$42.61High$57
25 Surg Tech postings with published pay in Washington, 21 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 25 Surg Tech roles
- Certified Surgical TechnologistPermanent$34.32–$56.73/ hour
- Surgical TechnologistPermanent$33.52–$48.23/ hour
+ 23 more in your report. Each one has pay, shift and start date.
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