Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Anchorage, AK
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Anchorage area earn a median of $25.62 per hour, about $53,300 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.98 and $29.85. That ranks 26th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 29th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Anchorage.
- $25.62median pay per hour, Anchorage
- $23–$30typical range per hour
- 130employed in the metro area
- 105cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Anchorage, AK
The metro median is 10% above the Alaska statewide median of $23.24 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 130 medical equipment preparers employed in the Anchorage metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.56).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.81 | $43,280 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.98 | $47,800 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $25.62 | $53,300 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.85 | $62,090 | 34% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.37 | $77,730 | 67% above U.S. median |
How Anchorage ranks
- 26th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 29th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
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 Anchorage
- Overall prices in Anchorage run 5% above the U.S. average (index 105.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.62 median hour buys what $24.30 buys at the national price level, 9% above 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: $46,116
- Per month: $3,843
- Alaska has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Anchorage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Anchorage
| 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 Anchorage
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence Alaska Medical Center Anchorage, AK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Native Medical Center Anchorage, AK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Regional Hospital Anchorage, AK | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Alaska Psychiatric Institute Anchorage, AK | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| North Star Hospital Anchorage, AK | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
License and tax basics in Alaska
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Alaska does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Anchorage, AK?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Anchorage metro area have a median pay of $25.62 per hour, about $53,300 a year. The middle half earn between $22.98 and $29.85 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Anchorage a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Anchorage ranks 29th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 26th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% above the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Anchorage?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Anchorage, led by Providence Alaska Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alaska license to work in Anchorage as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alaska requires for your role with the Alaska 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 Anchorage?
The federal per diem benchmark in Anchorage 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 Anchorage?
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- 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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