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Sterile Processing Technician
UW Health · Rockford, IL
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Rockford, IL
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Rockford area is $19.79 per hour ($41,160 a year), with the typical range running from $18.36 to $24.51. That ranks 143rd of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 124th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rockford. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Rockford.
- $19.79median pay per hour, Rockford
- $18–$25typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Sterile Processing Technician pay in Rockford, IL
The metro median is 13% below the Illinois statewide median of $22.64 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 90 medical equipment preparers employed in the Rockford metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.43).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.36 | $38,190 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.36 | $38,190 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.79 | $41,160 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.51 | $50,980 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.36 | $69,390 | 49% above U.S. median |
How Rockford ranks
- 143rd of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 124th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 6 Illinois 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.
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- Overall prices in Rockford run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 30% below the U.S. average (index 70.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.79 median hour buys what $21.47 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.
Estimate your Rockford paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$712
- Per year: $35,622
- Per month: $2,968
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rockford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Rockford
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $110 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $68 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,246 |
| 13-week assignment | $16,198 |
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 (this is the standard rate that applies here). 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 Illinois
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Sterile Processing Technician
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · Evanston, IL
$16.06–$23.26/ hour
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Sterile Processing Technician - Webster Surgery Center
Advocate Health · Chicago, IL
$20.80–$31.20/ hour
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Hospitals in Rockford
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rockford, 0 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javon Bea Hospital Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Uw Health Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anthony Medical Center Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville, WI | 30 mi | $22.20/hr | 66,428 |
| Elgin, IL | 41 mi | $22.94/hr | 114,701 |
| Hoffman Estates, IL | 49 mi | $22.94/hr | 50,920 |
| Aurora, IL | 52 mi | $22.94/hr | 180,710 |
| Schaumburg, IL | 53 mi | $22.94/hr | 77,099 |
| Palatine, IL | 53 mi | $22.94/hr | 65,951 |
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License and tax basics in Illinois
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Rockford, IL?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Rockford metro area have a median pay of $19.79 per hour, about $41,160 a year. The middle half earn between $18.36 and $24.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rockford a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Rockford ranks 124th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 143rd of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Rockford?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rockford, led by Javon Bea Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Rockford as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Rockford?
The federal per diem benchmark in Rockford is $110 a night for lodging and $68 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,246 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- The Oak Brook Surgical Centre, IncOak Brook, IL · 1 wage offer$23.70/ hr$24–$24
- Central Maine Healthcare CorporationEvanston, IL · 3 postings$19.70/ hr$16–$27
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$43.97/ hr$38–$50
- CommonSpirit HealthDurango, CO · 5 postings$30.79/ hr$20–$37
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