As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Surgical Attendant in the US is $102,650, equivalent to $49 per hour, $1,974 weekly, or $8,554 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Surgical Attendant in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Surgical Attendant in the US vary widely, spanning from $85,707 to $125,388. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($93,781) and 75th percentile ($114,552), while top earners (90th percentile) make $125,388 per year. This $20,771 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Nursing Practice, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Surgical Attendant often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 47 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Surgical Attendant Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Surgical Attendant Salary $85,707 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Surgical Attendant Salary $93,781 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Surgical Attendant Salary $102,650 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Surgical Attendant Salary $114,552 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Surgical Attendant Salary $125,388 US August 01, 2026
25% $93,781 10% $85,707 90% $125,388 75% $114,552 $102,650 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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