📊 BLS Official Data · May 2025 Release

Surgical Technologist Salary in Texas (2026)

Texas · 5.0% below national average · High Demand

Average
$57,352
per year
Median
$54,815
per year
Hourly
$27.57
per hour
🏛️ Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
📅 Dataset: OES May 2025
🔄 Published: May 2026
📍 Coverage: All 50 States + DC
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Salary Range & Percentiles
Pay distribution across experience levels
10th Percentile — Entry Level$38,792
25th Percentile — Junior$48,495
50th Percentile — Median$54,815
75th Percentile — Senior$70,327
90th Percentile — Top Earners$78,091
💡 Top-earning Surgical Technologists in Texas make up to $78,091 per year. The job market in Texas is rated strong, with key industries including Energy, Technology, Healthcare.
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Salary Growth Trend (2021–2026)
Six-year compensation trajectory
$47.6k
2021
$49.4k
2022
$51.3k
2023
$53.2k
2024
$55.3k
2025
$57.4k
2026
📈 Surgical Technologist salaries in Texas have followed the national trend with 3.8% annual growth. The strong demand in Texas's job market supports continued salary increases.
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Surgical Technologist Salary by City in Texas
Geographic salary comparison
CityAvg Salaryvs NationalDemand
Houston $55,631 -3.0% High
San Antonio $51,617 -10.0% High
Dallas $56,778 -1.0% High
Austin $61,940 +8.0% High
Fort Worth $55,058 -4.0% High
El Paso $47,029 -18.0% High
Arlington $55,631 -3.0% High
Corpus Christi $49,896 -13.0% High
Plano $58,499 +2.0% High
Laredo $45,882 -20.0% High
Lubbock $47,029 -18.0% High
Garland $54,484 -5.0% High
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Surgical Technologist Job Market in Texas
Key factors affecting compensation

Texas is home to a strong job market for Surgical Technologists. The state's key industries — Energy, Technology, Healthcare — generate significant demand for skilled professionals. At $57,352 per year, Texas's Surgical Technologist salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average.

The cost of living in Texas (index: 0.95) makes salaries stretch further than in higher-cost states. Entry-level professionals in Texas can expect to earn $38,792–$48,495, while experienced Surgical Technologists can command $70,327–$78,091.

Looking ahead, the Surgical Technologist profession in Texas is projected to grow at 3.8% annually. Major employers are actively hiring, and the state's investment in Energy continues to drive new opportunities for qualified candidates.

🏛️ U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OES) · May 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this salary
  • The average Surgical Technologist salary in Texas is $57,352 per year in 2026, which is 5.0% below the national average of $60,370.
  • Major metro areas typically pay Surgical Technologists the highest wages in Texas due to higher costs of living and competitive job markets.
  • Texas has a strong job market with major industries in Energy, Technology, Healthcare. This makes it one of the better states for Surgical Technologist employment.
  • At $57,352/year, Texas Surgical Technologist salaries are 5.0% lower than the national average of $60,370/year.