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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Kalamazoo, MI
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Kalamazoo area earn a median of $19.84 per hour, about $41,260 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $17.30 and $23.02. That ranks 142nd of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 144th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kalamazoo.
- $19.84median pay per hour, Kalamazoo
- $17–$23typical range per hour
- 80employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Kalamazoo, MI
The metro median is 9% below the Michigan statewide median of $21.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 80 medical equipment preparers employed in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.30 | $35,980 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.30 | $35,980 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Median | $19.84 | $41,260 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.02 | $47,880 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.90 | $53,870 | 16% above U.S. median |
How Kalamazoo ranks
- 142nd of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 144th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th of 8 Michigan 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 Kalamazoo
- Overall prices in Kalamazoo-Portage run 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.8, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 18% below the U.S. average (index 81.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $19.84 median hour buys what $20.92 buys at the national price level, 6% 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$714
- Per year: $35,712
- Per month: $2,976
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Kalamazoo
| 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).
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Hospitals in Kalamazoo
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronson Methodist Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Borgess Medical Center Kalamazoo, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kalamazoo Behavioral Health Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Kalamazoo Regional Psychiatric Hospital Kalamazoo, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Battle Creek, MI | 18 mi | $21.75/hr | 52,205 |
| Kentwood, MI | 42 mi | $20.84/hr | 54,768 |
| Wyoming, MI | 43 mi | $20.84/hr | 78,559 |
| Elkhart, IN | 45 mi | $20.88/hr | 53,690 |
| Grand Rapids, MI | 48 mi | $20.84/hr | 200,117 |
| Mishawaka, IN | 51 mi | $18.06/hr | 51,020 |
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License and tax basics in Michigan
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Michigan 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 Kalamazoo, MI?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Kalamazoo-Portage metro area have a median pay of $19.84 per hour, about $41,260 a year. The middle half earn between $17.30 and $23.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kalamazoo a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Kalamazoo-Portage ranks 144th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 142nd of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Kalamazoo?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Kalamazoo, led by Bronson Methodist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Kalamazoo as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Kalamazoo?
The federal per diem benchmark in Kalamazoo 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 Kalamazoo?
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