How Much Does a Surgical Tech Make in Massachusetts in 2026?

A typical Surgical Tech in Massachusetts earns about $38.88 per hour ($80,870 per year), per the latest government wage data (May 2025). Based on that annual figure, pay works out to roughly $6,739 a month and $1,555 a week. Those figures cover Surgical Techs working in hospitals, surgical centers, and outpatient facilities across the state.

Massachusetts pay runs 25% above the national figure of $64,650 a year, according to the same May 2025 data. That gap places Massachusetts 4th among all 51 states and the District of Columbia for Surgical Tech pay. The state employs about 2,220 Surgical Techs, a modest workforce compared with larger states, but pay here consistently ranks near the top nationally.

Entry-level positions in Massachusetts typically offer around $29.01 an hour ($60,350 a year) for Surgical Techs just starting out. Pay tends to rise as techs gain experience and certifications, moving toward the state's typical figure of $80,870 a year within the first few years on the job. New graduates often start in general surgery rotations before moving into specialized areas. Hospitals in larger metro areas may offer slightly higher starting pay than rural facilities.

Experienced Surgical Techs in Massachusetts often earn upwards of $47.26 an hour ($98,300 a year), and the top 10% of earners make over $52.67 an hour, or $109,550 a year. That's a spread of $49,200 between entry-level and top-tier pay. The difference typically comes down to years of experience, specialty certifications, and whether a tech works in a large hospital system or a smaller surgical center.

Massachusetts Surgical Tech pay has climbed steadily over the past decade, from $49,180 in 2015 to $80,870 in 2025. That's a gain of $31,690, or 64%, over ten years. The increase has been especially sharp since 2023, when typical pay jumped from $67,840 to $78,300 in a single year.

Nationally, Surgical Tech pay rose 46% over the same period, meaning Massachusetts pay has grown faster than the country as a whole. For someone starting out now, this means pay in the field has moved up substantially in Massachusetts over the last ten years, though future increases are not guaranteed.

Pay runs highest in Barnstable Town, where Surgical Techs earn a typical $82,860 a year, about 2% above the statewide figure. Boston follows closely at $81,500 a year, also above the state figure. These figures cover each city's full metro area, not just the city center itself.

Pay is lowest in Pittsfield, where Surgical Techs earn a typical $69,040 a year, a spread of $13,820 between the state's highest- and lowest-paying cities. Boston, with about 1,550 Surgical Techs, has by far the largest workforce in the state. Pittsfield's lower pay generally tracks its lower cost of living compared with Boston and the Cape Cod area.

Massachusetts pays Surgical Techs more than every neighboring state. Connecticut comes closest, at $79,890 a year, just 1% below Massachusetts, while Vermont trails furthest behind at $60,660 a year, 25% below. New York, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island also fall short of the Massachusetts figure. Surgical Tech credentials earned in one state can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, though requirements vary.

Surgical Techs in Massachusetts typically earn $80,870 a year, among the highest figures in the country, having climbed 64% over the past decade. Pay varies somewhat by city and experience level, but the overall trend has been upward. Readers considering this career should check the Massachusetts licensing or registry requirements for Surgical Techs, and review city-level pages for local pay figures before choosing where to work.