# How Much Do Stryker Reps Make? Here's a Breakdown of What Each Role Pays

> Stryker sales pay by role and division, from 256 current Stryker job postings that list pay: associate sales reps, clinical specialists, territory reps, managers and interns.

By The Lobby
Published: 2026-11-09
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Stryker sales pay depends heavily on the role and the division. In 256 current Stryker job postings that list pay, associate sales reps were posted at a median of about $65,500, clinical specialists at about $75,000, and sales reps at about $96,000 in base pay. Most rep roles add commission or bonus on top, which postings don't show.

> **The short version**
> - Associate sales reps and sales associates: about $60,000 to $75,000 base in most divisions, up to about $98,000 in joint replacement.
> - Clinical specialists: about $60,000 to $100,000 in joint replacement and Mako, and about $130,000 in peripheral vascular and neurovascular.
> - Sales reps: from $50,000 base plus commission in sports medicine to $125,000 to $160,000 in vascular and neurovascular.
> - Summer 2027 sales interns: $20 to $35 an hour, plus housing or a living stipend.
> - Pay is base salary as posted by Stryker. Commission and bonus targets usually aren't listed.

## How much do Stryker sales reps make by role?

These figures come from Stryker job openings listed on The Lobby on November 9, 2026. We counted the base pay each posting lists and report the lowest and highest posted figures and the median of each posting's midpoint.

| Role | Postings with pay | Lowest to highest posted base | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Associate sales rep / sales associate | 102 | $50,000 to $98,200 | About $65,500 |
| Clinical specialist | 43 | $59,900 to $133,100 | About $75,000 |
| Sales rep, territory or account manager | 67 | $50,000 to $160,000 | About $96,000 |
| Sales manager (regional and general) | 15 | $75,000 to $400,000 | About $145,000 |
| Summer 2027 sales intern | 29 | $20 to $35 per hour | n/a |

*Source: The Lobby, Stryker job postings with posted pay, Nov 9, 2026.*

Associate, clinical specialist and intern postings almost always list pay, which makes them a clear guide for anyone starting out. For rep roles, ask your recruiter early about the base, commission and bonus structure for the territory you're interviewing for.

## How much do Stryker associate sales reps make?

Most Stryker associate sales rep and sales associate postings list a base salary between $60,000 and $75,000. Joint replacement and Mako roles post the highest ranges.

| Division | Postings with pay | Posted base | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trauma and extremities (incl. upper extremities, foot and ankle) | 25 | $60,000 to $80,000 | About $65,000 |
| Sports medicine | 20 | $60,000 to $80,168 | About $60,000 |
| Joint replacement | 12 | $60,000 to $98,200 | About $75,000 |
| Craniomaxillofacial and ENT | 8 | $70,000 to $91,000 | About $75,000 |
| Orthopaedic instruments | 3 | $70,000 to $77,000 | About $70,000 |
| Medical (acute care, emergency care) | 8 | $65,000 to $78,000 | About $65,000 |
| Interventional spine | 4 | $70,000 to $84,000 | About $70,000 |

*Source: The Lobby, Stryker job postings with posted pay, Nov 9, 2026.*

Many associate postings also mention eligibility for a bonus or commission. The associate role is Stryker's main entry point into sales: associates support senior reps in cases and accounts while they learn the products.

## How much do Stryker clinical specialists make?

Joint replacement and Mako clinical specialist postings mostly list a range of $59,900 to $83,300, with some reaching about $100,000. Field clinical specialists in peripheral vascular and neurovascular post about $130,000, plus incentive pay.

| Division | Postings with pay | Posted base | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joint replacement | 26 | $59,900 to $100,000 | About $71,600 |
| Mako and enabling technologies | 8 | $59,900 to $91,600 | About $77,000 |
| Peripheral vascular | 4 | About $130,000 | About $130,000 |
| Neurovascular | 3 | About $130,000 | About $130,000 |

*Source: The Lobby, Stryker job postings with posted pay, Nov 9, 2026.*

## How much do Stryker sales reps make in sports medicine, vascular and other divisions?

Base pay for Stryker sales reps ranges widely because divisions split pay differently between base and commission. Sports medicine reps, for example, post a low base with commission on top, while vascular and neurovascular reps post a much higher base or draw.

| Division | Postings with pay | Posted base | How pay is described |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports medicine | 22 | $50,000 to $60,000 | Salary, plus eligibility for commission and bonuses |
| Peripheral vascular (arterial account manager) | 20 | About $125,000 | Salary, plus commission |
| Neurovascular | 6 | About $160,000 | Base or draw, plus commission |
| Endoscopy | 3 | About $60,000 | Base or draw, plus commission |
| Communications | 3 | About $96,000 | Base or draw, plus commission |

*Source: The Lobby, Stryker job postings with posted pay, Nov 9, 2026.*

A "draw" is an advance against future commission, so your earnings depend on how much you sell. That's why a low posted base doesn't mean low total pay. In commission-heavy divisions, most of a rep's earnings come from commission.

## How much do Stryker trauma sales reps make?

Rep pay in Stryker's trauma and extremities division is commission driven: a current rep posting describes pay as a base or draw plus commission. Associate roles in the same division post $60,000 to $80,000 in base pay, and many mention bonus or commission eligibility.

## How much do Stryker sales managers make?

Most Stryker regional sales manager postings list base pay between about $129,000 (sports medicine) and $175,000 (peripheral vascular), with one neurosurgical regional manager role posted at up to $283,410. A general manager of sales role in joint replacement (Denver) is posted at $350,000 to $400,000. Most manager postings also mention commission or bonus eligibility.

## How much do Stryker sales interns make?

Stryker's summer 2027 sales internship postings list $20 to $35 an hour, plus a sign-on bonus, 11 paid holidays, and either paid corporate housing or a living stipend, depending on the location. Stryker had 29 summer 2027 sales internships listed on The Lobby as of November 9, 2026, across joint replacement, upper extremities, foot and ankle and Sage. Stryker describes the U.S. summer internship as a paid 12-week program.

## Does Stryker's 401(k) match include commission?

Yes. Stryker matches 50% of the first 8% of eligible pay employees contribute to the 401(k), and eligible pay generally includes salary, commissions and bonuses ([Stryker Total Rewards](https://totalrewards.stryker.com/Money/401k)). For reps whose pay is mostly commission, that means the match grows with their sales.

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the starting salary for a Stryker sales rep?

Stryker's main entry-level sales roles are associate sales rep and sales associate. Those postings list a base salary of about $60,000 to $75,000 in most divisions, and up to about $98,000 in joint replacement. Many also include bonus or commission eligibility.

### How much does a Stryker associate sales rep make?

Across 102 Stryker associate postings with pay, posted base salaries ranged from $50,000 to $98,200, with a median of about $65,500. Joint replacement, ENT and Mako roles posted the highest ranges.

### How much do Stryker sports medicine sales reps make?

Stryker sports medicine sales rep postings list a base salary of $50,000 to $60,000, plus eligibility for commission and bonuses. Sports medicine sales associate postings list about $60,000 to $80,000.

### Do Stryker sales reps earn commission?

Most do. Stryker sales rep postings commonly describe pay as a salary or draw plus commission and bonuses. The postings list the base or draw but usually not the commission target, so total pay is higher than the posted figure.

### How much do Stryker clinical specialists make?

Joint replacement and Mako clinical specialist postings list about $59,900 to $100,000. Field clinical specialists in peripheral vascular and neurovascular post about $130,000, plus incentive pay.

### How much does a Stryker sales internship pay?

Stryker's summer 2027 sales internships list $20 to $35 an hour, a sign-on bonus, 11 paid holidays, and paid corporate housing or a living stipend depending on location.

### Does Stryker offer a 401(k) match?

Yes. Stryker matches 50% of the first 8% of eligible pay employees contribute, and eligible pay generally includes salary, commissions and bonuses.

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## Sources

1. The Lobby Network, Stryker job postings listed on The Lobby with posted pay (256 postings), Nov 9, 2026.
2. Stryker, [Students and Graduates](https://careers.stryker.com/students-and-graduates), accessed Nov 3, 2026.
3. Stryker Total Rewards, [401(k) plan](https://totalrewards.stryker.com/Money/401k), accessed Nov 3, 2026.

*Pay information on this page is sourced from Stryker's current job openings listed on The Lobby as of November 9, 2026. Figures are base pay as posted by Stryker and don't include commission or bonuses unless noted. Actual offers vary by location, experience and territory.*