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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Augusta, GA
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Augusta area earn a median of $19.65 per hour, about $40,870 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.68 and $22.32. That ranks 149th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 127th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Augusta. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Augusta.
- $19.65median pay per hour, Augusta
- $18–$22typical range per hour
- 140employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Augusta, GA
The metro median is 12% below the Georgia statewide median of $22.45 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 140 medical equipment preparers employed in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.33).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.02 | $33,320 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.68 | $36,770 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.65 | $40,870 | 12% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.32 | $46,430 | in line with U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.26 | $56,700 | 22% above U.S. median |
How Augusta ranks
- 149th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 127th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th 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 Augusta
- Overall prices in Augusta-Richmond County run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 70.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.65 median hour buys what $21.38 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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Estimated weekly gross$707
- Per year: $35,370
- Per month: $2,948
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Augusta-Richmond County metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Augusta
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $122 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $74 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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 Augusta
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, 1 of the 4 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta Va Medical Center Augusta, GA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Doctors Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Piedmont Augusta Hospital Augusta, GA | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Wellstar Mcg Health, Affiliated With Med Col Augusta, GA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| East Central Regional Hospital Augusta, GA | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, SC | 82 mi | $21.47/hr | 144,788 |
| Athens, GA | 85 mi | $22.36/hr | 128,691 |
| Macon, GA | 101 mi | $20.05/hr | 157,056 |
| Greenville, SC | 103 mi | $22.22/hr | 74,371 |
| Warner Robins, GA | 106 mi | $22.45/hr | 86,199 |
| Savannah, GA | 106 mi | $18.45/hr | 148,808 |
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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 Augusta, GA?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Augusta-Richmond County metro area have a median pay of $19.65 per hour, about $40,870 a year. The middle half earn between $17.68 and $22.32 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Augusta a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Augusta-Richmond County ranks 127th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 149th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Augusta?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Augusta, led by Augusta Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Georgia license to work in Augusta 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 Augusta?
The federal per diem benchmark in Augusta is $122 a night for lodging and $74 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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