As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Scrub Technician in Chicago, IL is $54,284, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,044 weekly, or $4,524 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Scrub Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Scrub Technician in Chicago, IL vary widely, spanning from $40,411 to $71,007. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($47,023) and 75th percentile ($63,037), while top earners (90th percentile) make $71,007 per year. This $16,014 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Problem Solving or Basic Life Support, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chicago Scrub Technician often earn 1.4% higher than national averages. However, Chicago currently ranks 249 statewide for Scrub Technician job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Scrub Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Scrub Technician Salary $40,411 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Scrub Technician Salary $47,023 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Scrub Technician Salary $54,284 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Scrub Technician Salary $63,037 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Scrub Technician Salary $71,007 Chicago, IL September 01, 2026
25% $47,023 10% $40,411 90% $71,007 75% $63,037 $54,284 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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