What are the main factors that influence a Surgery Assistant's salary?

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

How does experience change A Surgery Assistant's salary?

A Surgery Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $118,159 for beginners, reaching about $121,760 at mid-level, and approach $124,730 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Surgery Assistant?

Surgery Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Surgery Assistant roles are District of Columbia $131,725, California $131,225, Massachusetts $129,476. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Surgery Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Surgery Assistant level roles vary by specialization: plastic surgery physician assistant: $137,604; Veterinary Assistant Surgery: $118,913; Physician Assistant Surgery: $116,071; orthopedic surgery physician assistant: $111,250; Medical Assistant Surgery: $47,549.

Surgery Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Surgery Assistant make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surgery Assistant in Delaware is $120,482 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $58.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $134,954
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,642 to $128,057
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,682

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Surgery Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,057	$10,671	$2,463	$62
Average	$120,482	$10,040	$2,317	$58
25th Percentile	$110,642	$9,220	$2,128	$53

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Key Factors That Influence Surgery Assistant Salaries

A Surgery Assistant'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 Surgery Assistant Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Surgery Assistant'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): $118,159
Early Career (1-2 years): $118,842
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,760
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,136
Expert (over 8 years): $124,730

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Surgery Assistant	$118,159
Intermediate Level Surgery Assistant	$118,842
Senior Level Surgery Assistant	$121,760
Specialist Level Surgery Assistant	$124,136
Expert Level Surgery Assistant	$124,730

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How Do Surgery Assistant 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 Surgery Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $131,725.
California: $131,225.
Massachusetts: $129,476.

District of Columbia $131,725 California $131,225 Massachusetts $129,476 Washington $129,000 New Jersey $128,953 Alaska $128,786 Connecticut $127,144 New York $126,478

Hawaii $124,348 Rhode Island $123,349 Maryland $122,671 Minnesota $121,743 Colorado $121,386 Illinois $121,267 Oregon $120,815 Delaware $120,482

New Hampshire $120,273 Virginia $119,804 Pennsylvania $118,436 Nevada $117,746 North Dakota $117,520 Michigan $117,163 Wisconsin $117,032 Vermont $116,770

Texas $116,044 Maine $115,997 Arizona $115,925 Ohio $115,842 Georgia $114,748 Indiana $114,200 Wyoming $114,093 Utah $113,927

Iowa $113,855 Kansas $113,284 Louisiana $113,118 North Carolina $113,058 Missouri $113,034 Florida $112,570 Montana $112,321 Nebraska $112,083

Kentucky $111,952 South Carolina $111,476 Tennessee $111,178 Idaho $111,059 New Mexico $110,191 Oklahoma $110,001 Alabama $109,299 South Dakota $108,121

Arkansas $107,478 West Virginia $107,133 Mississippi $106,098

Top Paying Cities for Surgery Assistants

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: $119,939
Little Creek: $120,817
Magnolia: $120,644

Lincoln, DE $119,939 Little Creek, DE $120,817 Magnolia, DE $120,644 Milford, DE $120,244 Marydel, DE $120,441 Millsboro, DE $119,436 Millville, DE $119,621 Milton, DE $119,828

Nassau, DE $119,914 Ocean View, DE $119,600 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,830 Seaford, DE $119,898 Selbyville, DE $119,402 Smyrna, DE $120,901 Viola, DE $120,344 Woodside, DE $120,668

Bear, DE $120,389 Newark, DE $120,344 Claymont, DE $120,590 Delaware City, DE $120,464 Hockessin, DE $120,333 Kirkwood, DE $120,441 Middletown, DE $120,488 Montchanin, DE $120,361

New Castle, DE $120,378 Odessa, DE $120,547 Port Penn, DE $120,628 Rockland, DE $120,372 Saint Georges, DE $120,450 Townsend, DE $120,635 Winterthur, DE $120,387 Lewes, DE $119,874

Wilmington, DE $120,339 Dover, DE $120,817 Dover Afb, DE $120,181 Bethany Beach, DE $119,474 Bethel, DE $119,598 Bridgeville, DE $119,880 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,477 Cheswold, DE $120,778

Clayton, DE $120,782 Dagsboro, DE $119,391 Delmar, DE $119,199 Ellendale, DE $119,561 Felton, DE $120,234 Fenwick Island, DE $119,417 Frankford, DE $119,209 Frederica, DE $120,353

Georgetown, DE $119,346 Greenwood, DE $119,899 Harbeson, DE $119,473 Harrington, DE $120,082 Hartly, DE $120,456 Houston, DE $119,911 Kenton, DE $120,788 Laurel, DE $119,274

Yorklyn, DE $120,369

Surgery Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Surgery Assistant'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 May 01, 2026

$110,642

Average $120,482/year

$128,057

$9,220

Average $10,040/month

$10,671

$2,128

Average $2,317/week

$2,463

$53

Average $58/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,057	$10,671	$2,463	$62
Average	$120,482	$10,040	$2,317	$58
25th Percentile	$110,642	$9,220	$2,128	$53

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