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Sterile Processing Tech II, Sterile Processing, Full-Time, Evenings (11am-7:30pm)
MarinHealth · Greenbrae, CA
$36.12–$42.34/ hour
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Cupertino, CA
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Cupertino area is $37.75 per hour ($78,530 a year), with the typical range running from $35.41 to $42.54. That ranks 5th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 5th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in the Cupertino metro area. The free report below lists employers near Cupertino and what they pay.
- $37.75median pay per hour, San Jose
- $35–$43typical range per hour
- 500employed in the metro area
- 110cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Cupertino, CA
The metro median is 25% above the California statewide median of $30.15 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 500 medical equipment preparers employed in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.94).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $29.53 | $61,420 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $35.41 | $73,650 | 58% above U.S. median |
| Median | $37.75 | $78,530 | 69% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.54 | $88,480 | 90% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.81 | $95,280 | 105% above U.S. median |
How Cupertino ranks
- 5th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 5th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th of 21 California 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 Cupertino
- Overall prices in San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara run 10% above the U.S. average (index 110.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 112% above the U.S. average (index 211.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.75 median hour buys what $34.19 buys at the national price level, 53% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,359
- Per year: $67,950
- Per month: $5,662
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Cupertino
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $192 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,988 |
| 13-week assignment | $25,844 |
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. 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).
Open Sterile Processing Technician roles in California
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Sterile Processing Tech I (Full-Time, PMs)
Enloe Medical Center · Chico, CA
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Sterile Processing Tech I (Full-Time, Nights)
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Sterile Processing Tech I - Sharp Memorial Hospital - Night Shift - Per Diem- Weekends Only
Sharp HealthCare · San Diego, CA
$29.67–$37.10/ hour
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Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing - Sharp Tri-City - Variable Shift - Per Diem
Sharp HealthCare · California
$28.29–$28.29/ hour
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Sterile Processing Tech II - Sterile Processing - Sharp Tri-City - Evening Shift - Full Time
Sharp HealthCare · California
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Hospitals in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara area
CMS lists 10 hospitals in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara area, 2 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palo Alto Va Medical Center Palo Alto, CA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| El Camino Health Mountain View, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital-San Jose San Jose, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Good Samaritan Hospital San Jose, CA | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital-Santa Clara Santa Clara, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Santa Clara Valley Medical Center San Jose, CA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Hazel Hawkins Memorial Hospital Hollister, CA | Critical access | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hsp At Stanford Palo Alto, CA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Kaiser Permanente Psychiatric Health Facility-Sant Santa Clara, CA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| San Jose Behavioral Health San Jose, CA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnyvale, CA | 5 mi | $37.75/hr | 156,792 |
| Santa Clara, CA | 5 mi | $37.75/hr | 133,132 |
| Fremont, CA | 13 mi | $39.20/hr | 228,192 |
| Redwood City, CA | 16 mi | $39.20/hr | 82,982 |
| Union City, CA | 20 mi | $39.20/hr | 66,196 |
| Hayward, CA | 21 mi | $39.20/hr | 158,440 |
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License and tax basics in California
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Cupertino, CA?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara metro area have a median pay of $37.75 per hour, about $78,530 a year. The middle half earn between $35.41 and $42.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Cupertino a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara ranks 5th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 5th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% above the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Cupertino?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in the San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara area, led by Palo Alto Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Cupertino as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 Cupertino?
The federal per diem benchmark in Cupertino is $192 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,988 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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Your SPD Tech pay reportCupertino, CA · pay published by hospitals, collected October 15, 2026
1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$43.97/ hr$38–$50
- Sharp HealthcareSan Diego, CA · 2 postings$34.33/ hr$30–$39
- CommonSpirit HealthSANTA MARIA, CA · 2 postings$29.99/ hr$25–$34
- Palomar HealthEscondido, CA · 2 postings$28.27/ hr$23–$35
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Low$23Median$28.72High$39
20 SPD Tech postings with published pay in California, 19 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 20 SPD Tech roles
- Sterile Processing Tech II, Sterile Processing, Full-Time, Evenings (11am-7:30pm)Permanent$36.12–$42.34/ hour
- Sterile Processing Tech I (Full-Time, PMs)Permanent$22.46–$28.75/ hour
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