What are the main factors that influence a Lead Surgical Tech'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 Lead Surgical Tech?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Lead Surgical Tech roles, with salaries approximately 15% above the market median.

How does experience change A Lead Surgical Tech's salary?

A Lead Surgical Tech's salary grows with experience: starting around $55,366 for beginners, reaching about $60,818 at mid-level, and approach $61,500 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Surgical Tech?

Lead Surgical Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Surgical Tech roles are District of Columbia $60,161, California $59,933, Massachusetts $59,134. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Surgical Tech roles make?

Salaries for Lead Surgical Tech level roles vary by specialization: Tech Lead: $118,033; Tech Team Lead: $97,550; Salesforce Tech Lead: $90,910; Lead Ultrasound Tech: $84,162; Ob Surgical Tech: $56,370.

Lead Surgical Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Surgical Tech make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Surgical Tech in Delaware is $55,026 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, a Lead Surgical Tech's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $71,043
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $46,873 to $63,410
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $39,451

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Lead Surgical Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,410	$5,284	$1,219	$30
Average	$55,026	$4,586	$1,058	$26
25th Percentile	$46,873	$3,906	$901	$23

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Surgical Tech Salaries

A Lead Surgical Tech'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 Lead Surgical Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Surgical Tech'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): $55,366
Early Career (1-2 years): $56,997
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $60,818
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,227
Expert (over 8 years): $61,500

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Surgical Tech	$55,366
Intermediate Level Lead Surgical Tech	$56,997
Senior Level Lead Surgical Tech	$60,818
Specialist Level Lead Surgical Tech	$61,227
Expert Level Lead Surgical Tech	$61,500

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How Do Lead Surgical Tech 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 Lead Surgical Teches. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $60,161.
California: $59,933.
Massachusetts: $59,134.

District of Columbia $60,161 California $59,933 Massachusetts $59,134 Washington $58,917 New Jersey $58,895 Alaska $58,819 Connecticut $58,069 New York $57,765

Hawaii $56,792 Rhode Island $56,336 Maryland $56,026 Minnesota $55,602 Colorado $55,439 Illinois $55,385 Oregon $55,178 Delaware $55,026

New Hampshire $54,931 Virginia $54,716 Pennsylvania $54,092 Nevada $53,776 North Dakota $53,673 Michigan $53,510 Wisconsin $53,450 Vermont $53,331

Texas $52,999 Maine $52,978 Arizona $52,945 Ohio $52,907 Georgia $52,407 Indiana $52,157 Wyoming $52,108 Utah $52,032

Iowa $52,000 Kansas $51,739 Louisiana $51,663 North Carolina $51,636 Missouri $51,625 Florida $51,413 Montana $51,299 Nebraska $51,190

Kentucky $51,130 South Carolina $50,913 Tennessee $50,777 Idaho $50,723 New Mexico $50,326 Oklahoma $50,239 Alabama $49,919 South Dakota $49,381

Arkansas $49,087 West Virginia $48,930 Mississippi $48,457

Top Paying Cities for Lead Surgical Teches

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: $54,778
Little Creek: $55,179
Magnolia: $55,100

Lincoln, DE $54,778 Little Creek, DE $55,179 Magnolia, DE $55,100 Milford, DE $54,917 Marydel, DE $55,008 Millsboro, DE $54,549 Millville, DE $54,633 Milton, DE $54,727

Nassau, DE $54,767 Ocean View, DE $54,624 Rehoboth Beach, DE $54,728 Seaford, DE $54,759 Selbyville, DE $54,533 Smyrna, DE $55,217 Viola, DE $54,963 Woodside, DE $55,111

Bear, DE $54,984 Newark, DE $54,963 Claymont, DE $55,076 Delaware City, DE $55,018 Hockessin, DE $54,958 Kirkwood, DE $55,008 Middletown, DE $55,029 Montchanin, DE $54,971

New Castle, DE $54,979 Odessa, DE $55,056 Port Penn, DE $55,093 Rockland, DE $54,976 Saint Georges, DE $55,011 Townsend, DE $55,096 Winterthur, DE $54,983 Lewes, DE $54,749

Wilmington, DE $54,961 Dover, DE $55,179 Dover Afb, DE $54,889 Bethany Beach, DE $54,566 Bethel, DE $54,622 Bridgeville, DE $54,751 Camden Wyoming, DE $55,024 Cheswold, DE $55,161

Clayton, DE $55,163 Dagsboro, DE $54,528 Delmar, DE $54,440 Ellendale, DE $54,606 Felton, DE $54,913 Fenwick Island, DE $54,540 Frankford, DE $54,445 Frederica, DE $54,967

Georgetown, DE $54,507 Greenwood, DE $54,760 Harbeson, DE $54,565 Harrington, DE $54,844 Hartly, DE $55,014 Houston, DE $54,765 Kenton, DE $55,166 Laurel, DE $54,475

Yorklyn, DE $54,975

Lead Surgical Tech Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Lead Surgical Tech roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 30% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 15% above the average. Conversely, Lead Surgical Tech positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Lead Surgical Tech as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Lead Surgical Tech

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$63,280	$30.0	15%

Lead Surgical Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Surgical Tech'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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$46,873

Average $55,026/year

$63,410

$3,906

Average $4,586/month

$5,284

$901

Average $1,058/week

$1,219

$23

Average $26/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,410	$5,284	$1,219	$30
Average	$55,026	$4,586	$1,058	$26
25th Percentile	$46,873	$3,906	$901	$23

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