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

A typical Surgical Tech in Oregon earns about $39.13 per hour ($81,390 per year), according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). That works out to roughly $6,782 a month, or $1,565 a week, based on the annual figure. Pay varies with experience, employer, and city, but this figure represents the typical wage for the profession statewide. It offers a solid baseline for comparing offers or planning a move within Oregon.

Oregon's typical pay is 26% above the national figure of $64,650 for Surgical Techs, according to the same May 2025 data. That places Oregon 2nd among all 51 states for Surgical Tech pay. About 1,090 Surgical Techs work in Oregon, compared with 117,460 nationwide. For someone comparing offers, Oregon stands out as one of the higher-paying states in the country for this role.

Entry-level positions in Oregon typically offer around $28.81 an hour, or about $59,930 a year, for Surgical Techs just starting out. This reflects the lower end of the pay range, often tied to less experience or a smaller facility. Within a few years, most Surgical Techs see pay move toward the statewide typical wage of $39.13 an hour. Building experience and certifications tends to speed that progression.

Experienced Surgical Techs in Oregon often earn upwards of $45.50 an hour, or roughly $94,640 a year, once they've built up years on the job. The top 10% of earners make over $46.80 an hour, or about $97,330 a year. That's a $37,400 spread between entry-level and top pay. The difference usually comes down to years of experience, the type of facility, and which Oregon city someone works in.

Oregon's typical Surgical Tech pay has climbed from $48,940 in 2015 to $81,390 in 2025, a gain of $32,450 over the decade. That's a 66% rise in typical pay over ten years. The increase has been steady, with pay rising in each year of the past decade. The sharpest jumps came between 2022 and 2024, when pay rose from $65,370 to $79,410.

Nationally, Surgical Tech pay rose 46% over the same ten years, meaning Oregon's growth outpaced the national trend by a wide margin. For someone starting out now, this history shows pay has moved up steadily rather than staying flat. That doesn't guarantee future increases, but it reflects a decade of consistent gains for the profession in Oregon.

Pay runs highest in the Portland metro area, where Surgical Techs typically earn $82,430 a year, about 1% above the statewide figure. Eugene and Springfield follow closely, both at $79,210 a year. Salem comes in next at $78,010 a year. These figures cover each city's full metro area, not just the city center.

Medford pays the least among Oregon's tracked metro areas, with Surgical Techs typically earning $76,720 a year. That's a $5,710 spread between the highest- and lowest-paying Oregon cities. Portland also has the largest Surgical Tech workforce in the state, with about 650 employed there. Cities with higher pay often carry a higher cost of living, so the gap in take-home value can be smaller than it looks.

Oregon's Surgical Tech pay compares favorably with its neighbors. California comes closest, with a typical wage of $81,310 a year, essentially even with Oregon. Washington pays somewhat less, at $77,270 a year, about 5% below Oregon, and Idaho trails furthest at $72,550 a year, 11% below. Nevada falls in between at $75,480 a year. Surgical Tech licensure or certification earned in one state can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, easing a move across these borders.

Surgical Techs in Oregon typically earn $81,390 a year as of the latest data, up 66% over the past decade. That places Oregon among the higher-paying states in the country for this role. For details on state licensing or registry requirements, check Oregon's state board resources, and see the city-specific pages for local pay figures in Portland, Eugene, Salem, and other Oregon metro areas.