How much does a surgical assistant make in Springfield?
$78,210a year
Median yearly pay for surgical assistants in the Springfield, IL metro area. That is $37.60 an hour or $6,518 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.60
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among cities
- 27 of 89
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,430Median: $78,210Highest 10%: $130,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,430 | $19.92 | |
| 25th | $41,430 | $19.92 | |
| Median | $78,210 | $37.60 | |
| 75th | $103,900 | $49.96 | |
| 90th | $130,700 | $62.86 |
Other cities in Illinois
Median yearly pay for surgical assistants.
| Chicago, IL | $80,210 |
| St. Louis, MO | $74,080 |
Related jobs in Springfield
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Surgeon | $438,000 |
| General Internal Medicine Physician | $218,300 |
| Pediatrician | $217,000 |
| Dentist | $209,400 |
| Family Medicine Physician | $167,300 |
| Pharmacist | $135,400 |
| Physician Assistant | $133,800 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $130,200 |
| Physical Therapist | $116,000 |
| Occupational Therapist | $102,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a surgical assistant make an hour in Springfield?
The median hourly pay in the Springfield, IL metro area is $37.60 ($78,210 a year).
Do surgical assistants make more in Springfield than the national average?
Yes: $78,210 against $66,800 nationally, 17% more.
How does Springfield compare with the rest of Illinois?
The median in Illinois is $80,210, so Springfield pays 2% less.
Where does Springfield rank for surgical assistant pay?
27 of 89 metro areas with data.
How much does a surgical assistant make starting out in Springfield?
The lowest-paid 10% make $41,430 or less a year; the top 10% make $130,700 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.