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Surgical Technologists

A comprehensive guide to Surgical Technologists licensing requirements across all 50 states. Compare median salaries, educational prerequisites, and processing timelines to plan your next career move effectively.

Median Salary

$63,281 / yr

Min. Education

Degree required

Job Outlook

See salary section for local market context

Top Paying State

California

Coverage: 49 states

StateMedian SalaryLicense TypeEducation RequiredEst. TimelineAction
CA
CaliforniaCompact: No
$81,120Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state board1-17 yearsDetails
CT
ConnecticutCompact: Yes
$80,590Avg. Growth
Preliminary/temporary licenseNo educational requirementsVaries by boardDetails
OR
OregonCompact: Yes
$79,410Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
AK
AlaskaCompact: Pending
$79,040Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails
MA
MassachusettsCompact: Yes
$78,300Avg. Growth
Stand-alone licenseDegree requiredVaries by boardDetails
MN
MinnesotaCompact: No
$77,950Avg. Growth
Register with licensing agencyVaries by state boardVaries by boardDetails