Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Montgomery, AL
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Montgomery area is $17.51 per hour ($36,420 a year), with the typical range running from $14.85 to $18.03. That ranks 215th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 187th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Montgomery. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Montgomery.
- $17.51median pay per hour, Montgomery
- $15–$18typical range per hour
- 150employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Montgomery, AL
The metro median is 4% above the Alabama statewide median of $16.85 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 150 medical equipment preparers employed in the Montgomery metro area, 0.9 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $14.19 | $29,520 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $14.85 | $30,890 | 34% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.51 | $36,420 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $18.03 | $37,500 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $22.84 | $47,510 | 2% above U.S. median |
How Montgomery ranks
- 215th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 187th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Alabama metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Equipment Preparers (SOC 31-9093), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Montgomery
- Overall prices in Montgomery run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% below the U.S. average (index 64.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.51 median hour buys what $19.52 buys at the national price level, 13% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $31,518
- Per month: $2,626
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Montgomery metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Montgomery
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
Travel sterile processing technician assignments commonly pay housing and meals stipends. The GSA per diem is the federal benchmark for what those stipends can be tax-free (this is the standard rate that applies here). Whether a stipend is tax-free for you depends on keeping a valid tax home, so confirm with your recruiter and a tax professional. Compare with your offer in the travel pay calculator.
Source: U.S. General Services Administration per diem rates, fiscal year 2026 (average across months).
Hospitals in Montgomery
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Montgomery, 2 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Medical Center East Montgomery, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Va Central Alabama Healthcare System - Montgomery Montgomery, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Medical Center South Montgomery, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Jackson Hospital & Clinic Inc Montgomery, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Sterile Processing Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover, AL | 78 mi | $17.80/hr | 93,013 |
| Columbus, GA | 82 mi | $17.32/hr | 201,830 |
| Birmingham, AL | 87 mi | $17.80/hr | 196,357 |
| Dothan, AL | 92 mi | $13.28/hr | 71,650 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 95 mi | $15.31/hr | 114,288 |
| South Fulton, GA | 132 mi | $23.94/hr | 112,003 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Alabama · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Alabama
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Montgomery
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Montgomery, AL?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Montgomery metro area have a median pay of $17.51 per hour, about $36,420 a year. The middle half earn between $14.85 and $18.03 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Montgomery a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Montgomery ranks 187th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 215th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Montgomery?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Montgomery, led by Baptist Medical Center East. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Montgomery as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
What is the per diem for a travel assignment in Montgomery?
The federal per diem benchmark in Montgomery is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
Does Valorem Health place sterile processing technicians in Montgomery?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Montgomery and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Montgomery.
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$43.97/ hr$38–$50
- CommonSpirit HealthDurango, CO · 5 postings$30.79/ hr$20–$37
- Allina HealthMinnesota · 10 postings$29.02/ hr$22–$34
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 13 postings$28.35/ hr$21–$33
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