Surgical Technologist salary in Wisconsin
Surgical Technologists in Wisconsin earn a median of $31.67 per hour, about $65,870 a year, 5% above the U.S. median of $30.21. The middle half earn between $28.78 and $36.25 per hour. The highest median among Wisconsin metro areas is in Sheboygan, WI, at $34.34 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $31.67median pay per hour
- $65,870median pay per year
- 2,770employed in Wisconsin
- #16of 50 states by median pay
Surgical Technologist pay in Wisconsin: percentiles
| Level | Wisconsin per hour | Wisconsin per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.41 | $52,850 | $20.81 |
| Lower quartile | $28.78 | $59,860 | $24.87 |
| Median | $31.67 | $65,870 | $30.21 |
| Upper quartile | $36.25 | $75,400 | $37.09 |
| Top 10% | $39.29 | $81,720 | $43.61 |
Surgical Technologist pay by metro area in Wisconsin
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Wisconsin median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan, WI | $34.34 | $71,430 | 40 | 8% above | $36.53 |
| Madison, WI | $32.60 | $67,810 | 380 | 3% above | $33.51 |
| Eau Claire, WI | $32.53 | $67,670 | 120 | 3% above | $35.06 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $32.21 | $66,990 | 850 | 2% above | $33.23 |
| Wausau, WI | $32.11 | $66,790 | 100 | 1% above | $34.66 |
| Janesville-Beloit, WI | $31.93 | $66,400 | 70 | 1% above | $34.08 |
| Oshkosh-Neenah, WI | $30.99 | $64,450 | 70 | 2% below | $33.35 |
| Appleton, WI | $30.96 | $64,400 | 120 | 2% below | $33.50 |
| Green Bay, WI | $29.26 | $60,860 | 310 | 8% below | $31.43 |
| Kenosha, WI | $27.85 | $57,930 | 70 | 12% below | $27.54 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
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What employers are posting in Wisconsin
- 10roles with published pay
- $32.55median pay per hour
- $23–$40typical published range
- 5employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| Mercy | 5 | $29.10 |
| Hospital Sisters Health System | 2 | $32.70 |
| Mayo Clinic | 1 | $37.12 |
| Veterans Health Administration | 1 | $35.73 |
| Advocate Health | 1 | $33.20 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 10 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
Surgical Technologist jobs in Wisconsin · Surgical Technologist salary nationwide · Wisconsin state guide
Common questions
How much does a surgical technologist make in Wisconsin?
The median is $31.67 per hour, about $65,870 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $25.41 and the top 10% earn over $39.29 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Wisconsin city pays surgical technologists the most?
Among Wisconsin metro areas, Sheboygan, WI has the highest median at $34.34 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Wisconsin rank for surgical technologist pay?
Wisconsin ranks 16th of 50 states by median surgical technologist pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- Hospital Sisters Health SystemGreen Bay, WI · 2 postings$32.70/ hr$26–$40
- MercyWisconsin · 5 postings$29.10/ hr$23–$49
- Seattle Children'sSeattle, WA · 4 postings$48.62/ hr$31–$60
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