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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Council Bluffs, IA
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Council Bluffs area is $17.93 per hour ($37,290 a year), with the typical range running from $17.86 to $22.73. 2 open roles with published pay are listed for Council Bluffs and its metro area. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs. The free report below lists employers near Council Bluffs and what they pay.
- $17.93median pay per hour, Omaha
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 330employed in the metro area
- 2open roles with published pay in the metro area
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Sterile Processing Tech I
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The metro median is 6% below the Iowa statewide median of $19.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 330 medical equipment preparers employed in the Omaha metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.42).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.79 | $37,000 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.86 | $37,150 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.93 | $37,290 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.73 | $47,280 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.12 | $48,090 | 3% above U.S. median |
How Council Bluffs ranks
- 203rd of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 189th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
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 Council Bluffs
- Overall prices in Omaha run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.93 median hour buys what $19.51 buys at the national price level, 13% 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 Council Bluffs paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$645
- Per year: $32,274
- Per month: $2,690
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Omaha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Council Bluffs
| 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).
Hospitals in Council Bluffs
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Council Bluffs, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chi Health Mercy Council Bluffs Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Methodist Jennie Edmundson Council Bluffs, IA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue, NE | 8 mi | $17.93/hr | 64,777 |
| Omaha, NE | 11 mi | $17.93/hr | 489,265 |
| Lincoln, NE | 52 mi | $19.34/hr | 300,619 |
| Sioux City, IA | 91 mi | $18.71/hr | 86,875 |
| West Des Moines, IA | 110 mi | $19.46/hr | 73,664 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 116 mi | $20.38/hr | 71,098 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Iowa · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Iowa
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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 Council Bluffs, IA?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Omaha metro area have a median pay of $17.93 per hour, about $37,290 a year. The middle half earn between $17.86 and $22.73 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Council Bluffs a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Omaha ranks 189th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 203rd of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in Council Bluffs?
We list 2 open roles with published pay from 1 employer in the Omaha area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Council Bluffs.
Do I need a Iowa license to work in Council Bluffs as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Iowa requires for your role with the Iowa 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 Council Bluffs?
The federal per diem benchmark in Council Bluffs 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.
Does Valorem Health place sterile processing technicians in Council Bluffs?
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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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