Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Palm Beach Gardens area earn a median of $21.74 per hour, about $45,220 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.46 and $23.51. That ranks 98th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 204th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Palm Beach Gardens. The free report below lists employers near Palm Beach Gardens and what they pay.
- $21.74median pay per hour, Miami
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 1,080employed in the metro area
- 114cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Palm Beach Gardens, FL
The metro median is 3% above the Florida statewide median of $21.19 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 1,080 medical equipment preparers employed in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.82).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.99 | $35,340 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.46 | $38,400 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.74 | $45,220 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.51 | $48,900 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $28.64 | $59,570 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Palm Beach Gardens ranks
- 98th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 204th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Beach Gardens
- Overall prices in Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach run 14% above the U.S. average (index 114.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 56% above the U.S. average (index 155.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.74 median hour buys what $19.04 buys at the national price level, 15% 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: $39,132
- Per month: $3,261
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Palm Beach Gardens
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $184 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $86 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,890 |
| 13-week assignment | $24,570 |
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 Beach Gardens
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Beach Gardens, 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 Beach Gardens Medical Center Palm Beach Gardens, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jupiter, FL | 6 mi | $21.74/hr | 62,987 |
| West Palm Beach, FL | 8 mi | $21.74/hr | 127,744 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 33 mi | $21.19/hr | 258,575 |
| Fort Pierce, FL | 41 mi | $21.19/hr | 50,805 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Florida · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
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 Beach Gardens, FL?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach metro area have a median pay of $21.74 per hour, about $45,220 a year. The middle half earn between $18.46 and $23.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Palm Beach Gardens a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach ranks 204th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 98th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Palm Beach Gardens?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Beach Gardens, led by Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Palm Beach Gardens 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 Beach Gardens?
The federal per diem benchmark in Palm Beach Gardens is $184 a night for lodging and $86 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,890 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 Beach Gardens?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Palm Beach Gardens and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Palm Beach Gardens.
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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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