Surgical Technologist Salary in Massachusetts: $84,301 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Massachusetts's 58 metropolitan areas, the average median surgical technologist pay sits at $84,301/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 29-2055. Because Massachusetts sits at BEA RPP 108.5 (9% above the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $77,697 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Barnstable Town ($82,860), Boston ($81,500), Newton ($80,845).
The salary landscape for surgical technologists in Massachusetts is favorable compared to national averages. In 2026, the average median salary for surgical technologists in the state is projected to be $84,301, which is 23.7% higher than the national median of $68,141. The highest-paying city, Barnstable Town, offers an average of $87,334, while the lowest-paying city, Pittsfield, has an average of $72,768. This $14,566 salary gap is influenced by factors such as the cost of living, local demand for healthcare services, and the presence of large medical facilities. Massachusetts has specific licensing requirements and scope of practice laws that can impact salaries. The demand for surgical technologists in the state is driven by a growing healthcare industry, projected to have an annual compound growth rate of 5.40%. Currently, there are 2,647 surgical technologists employed, indicating a strong job market. Key cities projected to offer competitive salaries include Boston at $85,901, Newton at $85,211, Lynn at $84,991, and Somerville at $83,878. Overall, the job outlook for surgical technologists in Massachusetts remains positive, aligning with the state's healthcare expansion initiatives.
Massachusetts Surgical Technologist Salary Range
Overall salary range in Massachusetts: $54,986 (lowest entry-level) to $129,455 (highest top earner)
Massachusetts vs National Average
Massachusetts surgical technologists earn 23.72% more than the national median (+$16,160/year difference).
Massachusetts Surgical Technologist Salary Distribution (2026)
Surgical Technologist salaries in Massachusetts range from $63,834 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $118,051 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $84,301. The Massachusetts median is $16,160 above the US national median of $68,141. The average hourly rate is $40.53/hr. Approximately 2,647 surgical technologists are employed across 58 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$57,121
2025 BLS Actual
$79,982
2026 Current Est.
$84,301
2019–2027 Growth
+55.6%
Salary Trajectory for Surgical Technologists in Massachusetts (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 5.40% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $57,121 | Actual |
| 2020 | $58,456 | Actual |
| 2021 | $60,337 | Actual |
| 2022 | $63,933 | Actual |
| 2023 | $69,333 | Actual |
| 2024 | $76,154 | Actual |
| 2025 | $79,982 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $84,301 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $88,854 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Massachusetts metropolitan area, the median surgical technologist salary grew 40.0% from $57,121 (2019) to $79,982 (2025). At a 5.40% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $88,854 by 2027 — a total increase of $31,733 (55.55%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Massachusetts metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 5.40% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Massachusetts
Lowest Paying Cities in Massachusetts
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Pittsfield | $72,768 |
| Andover | $78,350 |
| Leominster | $78,543 |
| Wellesley | $78,614 |
| Chelmsford | $78,659 |
Best Value Cities for Surgical Technologists in Massachusetts
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Massachusetts cities offer the most purchasing power for surgical technologists.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barnstable Town | $87,334 | 98.351 | $88,798 |
| Springfield | $82,750 | 96.061 | $86,143 |
| Worcester | $81,801 | 102.523 | $79,788 |
| Boston | $85,901 | 108.266 | $79,343 |
| Newton | $85,211 | 108.5 | $78,535 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Massachusetts
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $63,834 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $84,301 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $118,051 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Massachusetts metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 58 Cities in Massachusetts
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barnstable Town | $87,334 |
| 2 | Boston | $85,901 |
| 3 | Newton | $85,211 |
| 4 | Lynn | $84,991 |
| 5 | Somerville | $83,878 |
| 6 | Cambridge | $83,850 |
| 7 | Revere | $83,748 |
| 8 | Brockton | $83,460 |
| 9 | New Bedford | $83,366 |
| 10 | Plymouth | $83,314 |
| 11 | Malden | $83,013 |
| 12 | Haverhill | $83,000 |
| 13 | Lowell | $82,978 |
| 14 | Framingham | $82,941 |
| 15 | Peabody | $82,830 |
| 16 | Springfield | $82,750 |
| 17 | Weymouth | $82,581 |
| 18 | Chicopee | $82,332 |
| 19 | Randolph | $82,242 |
| 20 | Quincy | $82,096 |
| 21 | Amherst | $81,998 |
| 22 | Chelsea | $81,992 |
| 23 | Worcester | $81,801 |
| 24 | Medford | $81,768 |
| 25 | Fall River | $81,689 |
| 26 | Marlborough | $81,689 |
| 27 | Watertown | $81,677 |
| 28 | Fitchburg | $81,612 |
| 29 | Methuen | $81,582 |
| 30 | Taunton | $81,545 |
| 31 | Arlington | $81,516 |
| 32 | Needham | $81,305 |
| 33 | Westfield | $81,266 |
| 34 | Everett | $81,253 |
| 35 | Holyoke | $80,835 |
| 36 | Beverly | $80,701 |
| 37 | Lawrence | $80,700 |
| 38 | Dartmouth | $80,605 |
| 39 | Waltham | $80,522 |
| 40 | Barnstable | $80,437 |
| 41 | Brookline | $80,261 |
| 42 | Billerica | $80,136 |
| 43 | Braintree | $79,866 |
| 44 | Salem | $79,731 |
| 45 | Natick | $79,679 |
| 46 | Dracut | $79,262 |
| 47 | Lexington | $79,211 |
| 48 | Stoughton | $79,211 |
| 49 | Northampton | $79,204 |
| 50 | Shrewsbury | $79,108 |
| 51 | Franklin | $78,896 |
| 52 | Attleboro | $78,832 |
| 53 | Woburn | $78,730 |
| 54 | Chelmsford | $78,659 |
| 55 | Wellesley | $78,614 |
| 56 | Leominster | $78,543 |
| 57 | Andover | $78,350 |
| 58 | Pittsfield | $72,768 |
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Written by Jessica Thompson, BA, CST
Career Analyst
Jessica has over 10 years of experience as a surgical technologist. She specializes in orthopedic surgical procedures. Jessica works at a community hospital.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 5.40% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 surgical technologist compensation across Massachusetts. State averages are employment-weighted across 58 metro areas — larger metro areas with more surgical technologistscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.40%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for surgical technologists (SOC 29-2055).
Compiled and verified by Jessica Thompson, BA, CST, a licensed surgical technologist with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov