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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Operating Room Aide in California is $98,242 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $47.
However, an Operating Room Aide's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Operating Room Aide Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $108,674 | $9,056 | $2,090 | $52 |
| Average | $98,242 | $8,187 | $1,889 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $88,941 | $7,412 | $1,710 | $43 |
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An Operating Room Aide'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Operating Room Aide'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:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Operating Room Aide | $97,337 |
| Intermediate Level Operating Room Aide | $97,596 |
| Senior Level Operating Room Aide | $101,046 |
| Specialist Level Operating Room Aide | $105,900 |
| Expert Level Operating Room Aide | $106,247 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Operating Room Aides. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Operating Room Aide roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 35% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Operating Room Aide positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Operating Room Aide as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $117,890 | $57.0 | 20% |
Understanding how an Operating Room Aide'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $108,674 | $9,056 | $2,090 | $52 |
| Average | $98,242 | $8,187 | $1,889 | $47 |
| 25th Percentile | $88,941 | $7,412 | $1,710 | $43 |
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