Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Palm Bay, FL
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Palm Bay area earn a median of $17.88 per hour, about $37,190 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $16.06 and $21.43. That ranks 204th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 216th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Palm Bay.
- $17.88median pay per hour, Palm Bay
- $16–$21typical range per hour
- 80employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Palm Bay, FL
The metro median is 16% below the Florida statewide median of $21.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 80 medical equipment preparers employed in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.74).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.06 | $33,400 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.06 | $33,400 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.88 | $37,190 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.43 | $44,570 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.13 | $50,190 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Palm Bay ranks
- 204th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 216th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 12 Florida 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 Palm Bay
- Overall prices in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.88 median hour buys what $17.88 buys at the national price level, 20% 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: $32,184
- Per month: $2,682
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Palm Bay
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $173 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,729 |
| 13-week assignment | $22,477 |
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).
Hospitals in Palm Bay
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Hospital Palm Bay, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne, FL | 11 mi | $17.88/hr | 87,561 |
| Fort Pierce, FL | 42 mi | $21.19/hr | 50,805 |
| St. Cloud, FL | 42 mi | $19.09/hr | 71,036 |
| Orlando, FL | 48 mi | $19.09/hr | 334,854 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 50 mi | $21.19/hr | 258,575 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 52 mi | $19.09/hr | 84,756 |
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License and tax basics in Florida
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Florida 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 Palm Bay, FL?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area have a median pay of $17.88 per hour, about $37,190 a year. The middle half earn between $16.06 and $21.43 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Palm Bay a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville ranks 216th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 204th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Palm Bay?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay, led by Palm Bay Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Palm Bay as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Palm Bay?
The federal per diem benchmark in Palm Bay is $173 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,729 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 Palm Bay?
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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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