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How much do surgical techs make? According to the May 2012 records from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual surgical tech salary is $43,480, which equates to a mean hourly wage of $20.91. The bottom ten percent in the profession earns $29,710 annually, while the top ten percent earn an average of $60,240 each year.
In comparison to other state average annual wages, Florida was the 14th lowest. The State of Florida Agency for Workforce Innovation estimates that entry-level surgical technicians in Florida can expect to make around $14.05 per hour or less, while more experienced workers earn around $19.68 per hour or more.n Tampa, wages were at an average of $37,610 per year, while technicians in Naples averaged $41,010. For Punta Gorda surgical techs, salaries averaged $37,410 per year.