What are the main factors that influence a Certified Operating Room Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Certified Operating Room Technician?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Certified Operating Room Technician roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Certified Operating Room Technician's salary?

A Certified Operating Room Technician's salary grows with experience: starting around $54,984 for beginners, reaching about $56,979 at mid-level, and approach $57,976 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Certified Operating Room Technician?

Certified Operating Room Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Certified Operating Room Technician roles are District of Columbia $62,100, California $61,800, Massachusetts $61,000. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Certified Operating Room Technician roles make?

Salaries for Certified Operating Room Technician level roles vary by specialization: Operating Room Director: $173,413; Operating Room Manager: $110,075; Rn Operating Room: $89,268; Operating Room Nurse: $88,900; Registered Nurse (RN), Operating Room: $88,890.

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Certified Operating Room Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Certified Operating Room Technician make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Operating Room Technician in Delaware is $56,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $27.

However, a Certified Operating Room Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $61,003
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $51,200 to $59,000
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $46,101

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Certified Operating Room Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,000	$4,917	$1,135	$28
Average	$56,800	$4,733	$1,092	$27
25th Percentile	$51,200	$4,267	$985	$25

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Key Factors That Influence Certified Operating Room Technician Salaries

A Certified Operating Room Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Certified Operating Room Technician Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Certified Operating Room Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,984
Early Career (1-2 years): $55,150
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,979
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,910
Expert (over 8 years): $57,976

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Certified Operating Room Technician	$54,984
Intermediate Level Certified Operating Room Technician	$55,150
Senior Level Certified Operating Room Technician	$56,979
Specialist Level Certified Operating Room Technician	$57,910
Expert Level Certified Operating Room Technician	$57,976

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How Do Certified Operating Room Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Certified Operating Room Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,100.
California: $61,800.
Massachusetts: $61,000.

District of Columbia $62,100 California $61,800 Massachusetts $61,000 Washington $60,800 New Jersey $60,800 Alaska $60,700 Connecticut $59,900 New York $59,600

Hawaii $58,600 Rhode Island $58,100 Maryland $57,800 Minnesota $57,400 Colorado $57,200 Illinois $57,200 Oregon $56,900 Delaware $56,800

New Hampshire $56,700 Virginia $56,500 Pennsylvania $55,800 Nevada $55,500 North Dakota $55,400 Michigan $55,200 Wisconsin $55,200 Vermont $55,000

Maine $54,700 Texas $54,700 Arizona $54,600 Ohio $54,600 Georgia $54,100 Indiana $53,800 Wyoming $53,800 Utah $53,700

Iowa $53,700 Kansas $53,400 Missouri $53,300 Louisiana $53,300 North Carolina $53,300 Florida $53,100 Montana $52,900 Nebraska $52,800

Kentucky $52,800 South Carolina $52,500 Tennessee $52,400 Idaho $52,300 New Mexico $51,900 Oklahoma $51,800 Alabama $51,500 South Dakota $51,000

Arkansas $50,700 West Virginia $50,500 Mississippi $50,000

Top Paying Cities for Certified Operating Room Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $56,500
Little Creek: $56,900
Magnolia: $56,900

Lincoln, DE $56,500 Little Creek, DE $56,900 Magnolia, DE $56,900 Milford, DE $56,700 Marydel, DE $56,800 Millsboro, DE $56,300 Millville, DE $56,400 Milton, DE $56,500

Nassau, DE $56,500 Ocean View, DE $56,400 Rehoboth Beach, DE $56,500 Seaford, DE $56,500 Selbyville, DE $56,300 Smyrna, DE $57,000 Viola, DE $56,700 Woodside, DE $56,900

Bear, DE $56,700 Newark, DE $56,700 Claymont, DE $56,800 Delaware City, DE $56,800 Hockessin, DE $56,700 Kirkwood, DE $56,800 Middletown, DE $56,800 Montchanin, DE $56,700

New Castle, DE $56,700 Odessa, DE $56,800 Port Penn, DE $56,900 Rockland, DE $56,700 Saint Georges, DE $56,800 Townsend, DE $56,900 Winterthur, DE $56,700 Lewes, DE $56,500

Wilmington, DE $56,700 Dover, DE $56,900 Dover Afb, DE $56,600 Bethany Beach, DE $56,300 Bethel, DE $56,400 Bridgeville, DE $56,500 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,800 Cheswold, DE $56,900

Clayton, DE $56,900 Dagsboro, DE $56,300 Delmar, DE $56,200 Ellendale, DE $56,300 Felton, DE $56,700 Fenwick Island, DE $56,300 Frankford, DE $56,200 Frederica, DE $56,700

Georgetown, DE $56,200 Greenwood, DE $56,500 Harbeson, DE $56,300 Harrington, DE $56,600 Hartly, DE $56,800 Houston, DE $56,500 Kenton, DE $56,900 Laurel, DE $56,200

Yorklyn, DE $56,700

Certified Operating Room Technician Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Certified Operating Room Technician salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $60,249. While startup companies pay approximate $51,341.

Certified Operating Room Technician Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$51,341
Growth Stage	51~500	$54,197
Established	501~5000	$58,279
Enterprise	5000+	$60,249

Certified Operating Room Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Operating Room Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Certified Operating Room Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Certified Operating Room Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Certified Operating Room Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$68,160	$33.0	20%

Certified Operating Room Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Certified Operating Room Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$51,200

Average $56,800/year

$59,000

$4,267

Average $4,733/month

$4,917

$985

Average $1,092/week

$1,135

$25

Average $27/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$59,000	$4,917	$1,135	$28
Average	$56,800	$4,733	$1,092	$27
25th Percentile	$51,200	$4,267	$985	$25

Certified Operating Room Technician Salary Growth & Career Path

Certified Operating Room Technician

Surgical Technician

Anesthesia Equipment Technician

Perioperative Tech

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Certified Operating Room Technician, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Certified Operating Room Technician Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Surgical Technician	$55,200	-3%
Anesthesia Equipment Technician	$49,200	-13%
Perioperative Tech	$43,100	-24%

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