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

What industry pays the highest salary for Surgery Assistant?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Surgery Assistant roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Surgery Assistant's salary?

A Surgery Assistant's salary grows with experience: starting around $118,177 for beginners, reaching about $121,758 at mid-level, and approach $124,728 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 $131,728, California $131,228, Massachusetts $129,479. 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: $137,601; Veterinary Assistant Surgery: $118,910; Physician Assistant Surgery: $116,074; orthopedic surgery physician assistant: $111,266; Medical Assistant Surgery: $47,555.

Surgery Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Surgery Assistant make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surgery Assistant in Delaware is $120,485 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): $134,945
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $110,712 to $128,054
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $101,815

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Surgery Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,054	$10,671	$2,463	$62
Average	$120,485	$10,040	$2,317	$58
25th Percentile	$110,712	$9,226	$2,129	$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): $118,177
Early Career (1-2 years): $118,856
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $121,758
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $124,134
Expert (over 8 years): $124,728

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Surgery Assistant	$118,177
Intermediate Level Surgery Assistant	$118,856
Senior Level Surgery Assistant	$121,758
Specialist Level Surgery Assistant	$124,134
Expert Level Surgery Assistant	$124,728

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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: $131,728.
California: $131,228.
Massachusetts: $129,479.

District of Columbia $131,728 California $131,228 Massachusetts $129,479 Washington $129,004 New Jersey $128,956 Alaska $128,789 Connecticut $127,148 New York $126,481

Hawaii $124,352 Rhode Island $123,352 Maryland $122,674 Minnesota $121,746 Colorado $121,389 Illinois $121,270 Oregon $120,818 Delaware $120,485

New Hampshire $120,276 Virginia $119,807 Pennsylvania $118,439 Nevada $117,749 North Dakota $117,523 Michigan $117,166 Wisconsin $117,035 Vermont $116,773

Texas $116,047 Maine $116,000 Arizona $115,928 Ohio $115,845 Georgia $114,750 Indiana $114,203 Wyoming $114,096 Utah $113,930

Iowa $113,858 Kansas $113,287 Louisiana $113,120 North Carolina $113,061 Missouri $113,037 Florida $112,573 Montana $112,323 Nebraska $112,085

Kentucky $111,955 South Carolina $111,479 Tennessee $111,181 Idaho $111,062 New Mexico $110,194 Oklahoma $110,003 Alabama $109,301 South Dakota $108,124

Arkansas $107,481 West Virginia $107,136 Mississippi $106,101

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: $119,942
Little Creek: $120,820
Magnolia: $120,647

Lincoln, DE $119,942 Little Creek, DE $120,820 Magnolia, DE $120,647 Milford, DE $120,247 Marydel, DE $120,445 Millsboro, DE $119,439 Millville, DE $119,624 Milton, DE $119,831

Nassau, DE $119,917 Ocean View, DE $119,603 Rehoboth Beach, DE $119,833 Seaford, DE $119,901 Selbyville, DE $119,405 Smyrna, DE $120,904 Viola, DE $120,347 Woodside, DE $120,671

Bear, DE $120,392 Newark, DE $120,347 Claymont, DE $120,593 Delaware City, DE $120,467 Hockessin, DE $120,336 Kirkwood, DE $120,445 Middletown, DE $120,491 Montchanin, DE $120,364

New Castle, DE $120,381 Odessa, DE $120,550 Port Penn, DE $120,631 Rockland, DE $120,376 Saint Georges, DE $120,453 Townsend, DE $120,638 Winterthur, DE $120,390 Lewes, DE $119,877

Wilmington, DE $120,342 Dover, DE $120,820 Dover Afb, DE $120,184 Bethany Beach, DE $119,477 Bethel, DE $119,601 Bridgeville, DE $119,883 Camden Wyoming, DE $120,480 Cheswold, DE $120,781

Clayton, DE $120,785 Dagsboro, DE $119,394 Delmar, DE $119,202 Ellendale, DE $119,564 Felton, DE $120,238 Fenwick Island, DE $119,420 Frankford, DE $119,212 Frederica, DE $120,356

Georgetown, DE $119,349 Greenwood, DE $119,902 Harbeson, DE $119,476 Harrington, DE $120,085 Hartly, DE $120,459 Houston, DE $119,914 Kenton, DE $120,791 Laurel, DE $119,277

Yorklyn, DE $120,372

Surgery Assistant Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Surgery Assistant roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 60% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 30% above the average. Conversely, Surgery Assistant positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Surgery Assistant as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Surgery Assistant

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$156,630	$75.0	30%

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 July 01, 2026

$110,712

Average $120,485/year

$128,054

$9,226

Average $10,040/month

$10,671

$2,129

Average $2,317/week

$2,463

$53

Average $58/hour

$62

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$128,054	$10,671	$2,463	$62
Average	$120,485	$10,040	$2,317	$58
25th Percentile	$110,712	$9,226	$2,129	$53

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