Surgical Secretary Salary in the United States

How much does a Surgical Secretary make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Surgical Secretary in the United States is $41,835 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,106
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,610 to $46,688
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,764
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Surgical Secretary Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
Pay		 Weekly
Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,688 $3,891 $898 $22
Average $41,835 $3,486 $805 $20
25th Percentile $37,610 $3,134 $723 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Surgical Secretary Salaries

A Surgical Secretary'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Surgical Secretary Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Surgical Secretary'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): $40,083
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $40,400
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,835
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $43,262
  • Expert (over 8 years): $43,619
Levels Salary
Entry Level Surgical Secretary$40,083
Intermediate Level Surgical Secretary$40,400
Senior Level Surgical Secretary$41,835
Specialist Level Surgical Secretary$43,262
Expert Level Surgical Secretary$43,619
$40,083 0 yr
$40,400 < 2 yrs
$41,835 2-4 yrs
$43,262 5-8 yrs
$43,619 > 8 yrs
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How Do Surgical Secretary 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 Surgical Secretaries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $46,320.
  • California: $46,144.
  • Massachusetts: $45,529.

Top Paying Cities for Surgical Secretaries

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:

  • San Jose: $52,767
  • San Francisco: $52,248
  • Oakland: $51,089

What Skills Can Increase a Surgical Secretary's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Commitment (Mentioned in 8.86% Job Postings): An agreement or pledge to do something in the future a commitment to improve conditions at the prison especially : an engagement to assume a financial obligation at a future date.
  • Food Preparation (Mentioned in 5.41% Job Postings): The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to food preparation: Food preparation – art form and applied science that includes but is not limited to cooking.
  • HACCP (Mentioned in 3.8% Job Postings): HACCP is a management system in which food safety is addressed through the analysis and control of biological, chemical, and physical hazards from raw material production, procurement to manufacturing and consumption of the finished product.
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Commitment 8.86%
Food Preparation 5.41%
HACCP 3.8%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Surgical Secretary's salary.
  • Oral Communication: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Work Under Pressure: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
  • Coordination: Can increase your salary by up to 6%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Oral Communication
 $45,182
8%
Work Under Pressure
 $45,182
8%
Coordination
 $44,345
6%
Integrity
 $43,927
5%
Culinary Arts
 $43,927
5%
Written Communication
 $43,927
5%
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How Education impacts a Surgical Secretary's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Surgical Secretaries enter the field with a No Diploma degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Surgical Secretary with a No Diploma is between $43,358 and $45,827).

Surgical Secretary Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Surgical Secretary
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 44.4%
High School 44.4%
Associates 44.4%
Bachelors 11.1%
Masters 0.0%
Doctorate 0.0%
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Surgical Secretary Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Surgical Secretary'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.

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$37,610
Average $41,835/year
$46,688
$3,134
Average $3,486/month
$3,891
$723
Average $805/week
$898
$18
Average $20/hour
$22
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $46,688 $3,891 $898 $22
Average $41,835 $3,486 $805 $20
25th Percentile $37,610 $3,134 $723 $18

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Salary Trends for Surgical Secretary

Salaries for a Surgical Secretary can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $39,387 in 2023 to around $38,931 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Surgical Secretary salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Surgical Secretary Over Time

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$39,387
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$39,161
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