Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Wichita, KS
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the Wichita area centers on $17.71 per hour, or about $36,840 a year. The lower quarter earns under $16.98 and the upper quarter over $19.92. That ranks 210th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 179th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Wichita. The free report below lists employers near Wichita and what they pay.
- $17.71median pay per hour, Wichita
- $17–$20typical range per hour
- 160employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Wichita, KS
The metro median is 9% below the Kansas statewide median of $19.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 160 medical equipment preparers employed in the Wichita metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $15.66 | $32,570 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $16.98 | $35,320 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Median | $17.71 | $36,840 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $19.92 | $41,430 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.20 | $48,260 | 4% above U.S. median |
How Wichita ranks
- 210th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 179th 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 Wichita
- Overall prices in Wichita run 11% below the U.S. average (index 88.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 34% below the U.S. average (index 66.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $17.71 median hour buys what $19.91 buys at the national price level, 11% 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: $31,878
- Per month: $2,657
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Wichita metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Wichita
| 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 Wichita
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, 4 of the 5 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita Va Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Heart Hospital Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | No |
| Via Christi Hospital Wichita St Teresa, Inc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Wesley Medical Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita, Inc. Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas Spine & Specialty Hospital, Llc Wichita, KS | Acute care | Other | Not rated | No |
| Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center Wichita, KS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Corterra Of Wichita Llc Wichita, KS | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enid, OK | 93 mi | $20.47/hr | 50,519 |
| Manhattan, KS | 111 mi | $19.43/hr | 54,700 |
| Topeka, KS | 129 mi | $21.83/hr | 125,467 |
| Tulsa, OK | 134 mi | $20.84/hr | 415,154 |
| Edmond, OK | 139 mi | $20.47/hr | 99,040 |
| Lawrence, KS | 143 mi | $19.43/hr | 97,271 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Kansas · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Kansas
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Kansas 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 Wichita, KS?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Wichita metro area have a median pay of $17.71 per hour, about $36,840 a year. The middle half earn between $16.98 and $19.92 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wichita a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Wichita ranks 179th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 210th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Wichita?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Wichita, led by Wichita Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Kansas license to work in Wichita as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Kansas requires for your role with the Kansas 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 Wichita?
The federal per diem benchmark in Wichita 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 Wichita?
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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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