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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Athens, GA
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Athens area is $22.36 per hour ($46,500 a year), with the typical range running from $17.37 to $23.47. That ranks 69th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 34th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Athens. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Athens.
- $22.36median pay per hour, Athens
- $17–$23typical range per hour
- 50employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Athens, GA
The metro median is in line with the Georgia statewide median of $22.45 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 50 medical equipment preparers employed in the Athens-Clarke County metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.08 | $31,370 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.37 | $36,130 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.36 | $46,500 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.47 | $48,820 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.10 | $56,370 | 21% above U.S. median |
How Athens ranks
- 69th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 34th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 6 Georgia 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 Athens
- Overall prices in Athens-Clarke County run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.36 median hour buys what $23.95 buys at the national price level, 7% 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$805
- Per year: $40,248
- Per month: $3,354
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Athens-Clarke County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Athens
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $136 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,470 |
| 13-week assignment | $19,110 |
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).
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Hospitals in Athens
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens, 1 of the 2 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St Mary's Hospital Athens, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johns Creek, GA | 48 mi | $23.94/hr | 81,167 |
| Stonecrest, GA | 48 mi | $23.94/hr | 61,015 |
| Alpharetta, GA | 52 mi | $23.94/hr | 67,275 |
| Dunwoody, GA | 54 mi | $23.94/hr | 51,795 |
| Brookhaven, GA | 56 mi | $23.94/hr | 59,370 |
| Roswell, GA | 57 mi | $23.94/hr | 92,227 |
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License and tax basics in Georgia
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Georgia taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Athens, GA?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Athens-Clarke County metro area have a median pay of $22.36 per hour, about $46,500 a year. The middle half earn between $17.37 and $23.47 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Athens a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Athens-Clarke County ranks 34th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 69th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Athens?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Athens, led by Piedmont Athens Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Athens as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Georgia requires for your role with the Georgia 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 Athens?
The federal per diem benchmark in Athens is $136 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,470 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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