What are the main factors that influence a Scrub Tech's salary?

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

How does experience change A Scrub Tech's salary?

A Scrub Tech's salary grows with experience: starting around $54,433 for beginners, reaching about $56,397 at mid-level, and approach $57,414 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Scrub Tech?

Scrub Tech salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Scrub Tech roles are District of Columbia $60,137, California $59,909, Massachusetts $59,110. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Scrub Tech roles make?

Salaries for Scrub Tech level roles vary by specialization: Ob Scrub Tech: $81,737; OR Scrub Tech: $56,601; Certified Scrub Technician: $56,121; Certified Scrub Tech: $56,080; Certified Scrub Technologist: $56,050.

Scrub Tech Salary in Delaware

How much does a Scrub Tech make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Scrub Tech in Delaware is $55,004 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $60,514
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $49,129 to $57,888
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $43,780

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Scrub Tech Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,888	$4,824	$1,113	$28
Average	$55,004	$4,584	$1,058	$26
25th Percentile	$49,129	$4,094	$945	$24

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Key Factors That Influence Scrub Tech Salaries

A Scrub 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 Scrub Tech Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Scrub 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): $54,433
Early Career (1-2 years): $54,596
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $56,397
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $57,346
Expert (over 8 years): $57,414

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Scrub Tech	$54,433
Intermediate Level Scrub Tech	$54,596
Senior Level Scrub Tech	$56,397
Specialist Level Scrub Tech	$57,346
Expert Level Scrub Tech	$57,414

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

District of Columbia: $60,137.
California: $59,909.
Massachusetts: $59,110.

District of Columbia $60,137 California $59,909 Massachusetts $59,110 Washington $58,893 New Jersey $58,871 Alaska $58,795 Connecticut $58,046 New York $57,741

Hawaii $56,769 Rhode Island $56,313 Maryland $56,003 Minnesota $55,580 Colorado $55,417 Illinois $55,362 Oregon $55,156 Delaware $55,004

New Hampshire $54,908 Virginia $54,694 Pennsylvania $54,070 Nevada $53,755 North Dakota $53,652 Michigan $53,489 Wisconsin $53,429 Vermont $53,309

Texas $52,978 Maine $52,956 Arizona $52,924 Ohio $52,886 Georgia $52,386 Indiana $52,136 Wyoming $52,087 Utah $52,011

Iowa $51,979 Kansas $51,718 Louisiana $51,642 North Carolina $51,615 Missouri $51,604 Florida $51,392 Montana $51,278 Nebraska $51,169

Kentucky $51,110 South Carolina $50,892 Tennessee $50,757 Idaho $50,702 New Mexico $50,306 Oklahoma $50,219 Alabama $49,898 South Dakota $49,361

Arkansas $49,067 West Virginia $48,910 Mississippi $48,437

Top Paying Cities for Scrub 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: $56,927
Little Creek: $56,400
Magnolia: $56,633

Lincoln, DE $56,927 Little Creek, DE $56,400 Magnolia, DE $56,633 Milford, DE $56,927 Marydel, DE $56,188 Millsboro, DE $56,927 Millville, DE $57,307 Milton, DE $56,927

Nassau, DE $56,927 Ocean View, DE $57,307 Rehoboth Beach, DE $57,307 Seaford, DE $56,329 Selbyville, DE $57,307 Smyrna, DE $56,123 Viola, DE $56,633 Woodside, DE $56,470

Bear, DE $55,710 Newark, DE $55,732 Claymont, DE $55,775 Delaware City, DE $55,732 Hockessin, DE $55,775 Kirkwood, DE $55,732 Middletown, DE $56,009 Montchanin, DE $55,775

New Castle, DE $55,775 Odessa, DE $56,085 Port Penn, DE $55,580 Rockland, DE $55,775 Saint Georges, DE $55,732 Townsend, DE $56,003 Winterthur, DE $55,775 Lewes, DE $56,927

Wilmington, DE $55,775 Dover, DE $56,373 Dover Afb, DE $56,503 Bethany Beach, DE $57,307 Bethel, DE $56,329 Bridgeville, DE $56,927 Camden Wyoming, DE $56,432 Cheswold, DE $56,242

Clayton, DE $56,101 Dagsboro, DE $57,307 Delmar, DE $56,329 Ellendale, DE $56,927 Felton, DE $56,927 Fenwick Island, DE $57,307 Frankford, DE $57,307 Frederica, DE $56,927

Georgetown, DE $56,927 Greenwood, DE $56,927 Harbeson, DE $56,927 Harrington, DE $56,927 Hartly, DE $56,074 Houston, DE $56,927 Kenton, DE $56,101 Laurel, DE $56,329

Yorklyn, DE $55,775

Scrub Tech Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Scrub 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.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$49,129

Average $55,004/year

$57,888

$4,094

Average $4,584/month

$4,824

$945

Average $1,058/week

$1,113

$24

Average $26/hour

$28

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$57,888	$4,824	$1,113	$28
Average	$55,004	$4,584	$1,058	$26
25th Percentile	$49,129	$4,094	$945	$24

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