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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Sterling Heights, MI
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Sterling Heights area earn a median of $22.24 per hour, about $46,260 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.01 and $23.55. That ranks 73rd of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 93rd of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 28 hospitals in the Sterling Heights metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Sterling Heights.
- $22.24median pay per hour, Detroit
- $19–$24typical range per hour
- 1,130employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Sterling Heights, MI
The metro median is 2% above the Michigan statewide median of $21.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 1,130 medical equipment preparers employed in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.26).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.74 | $38,980 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.01 | $39,540 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.24 | $46,260 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.55 | $48,980 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $26.89 | $55,930 | 20% above U.S. median |
How Sterling Heights ranks
- 73rd of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 93rd of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Sterling Heights
- Overall prices in Detroit-Warren-Dearborn run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% below the U.S. average (index 94.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.24 median hour buys what $22.17 buys at the national price level, 1% 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$801
- Per year: $40,032
- Per month: $3,336
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sterling Heights
| 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 the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area
CMS lists 28 hospitals in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area, 3 of the 17 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit (John D. Dingell) Va Medical Center Detroit, MI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Providence Hospital, Southfield And Novi Southfield, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital, Troy Troy, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital - Farmington Hills Farmington Hills, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital Royal Oak Royal Oak, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Henry Ford Health Hospital Detroit, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Karmanos Cancer Center Detroit, MI | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | No |
| Beaumont Hospital - Dearborn Dearborn, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Beaumont Hospital - Taylor Taylor, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mclaren Oakland Pontiac, MI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy, MI | 6 mi | $22.24/hr | 89,209 |
| Warren, MI | 6 mi | $22.24/hr | 137,686 |
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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.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Sterling Heights, MI?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn metro area have a median pay of $22.24 per hour, about $46,260 a year. The middle half earn between $19.01 and $23.55 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sterling Heights a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Detroit-Warren-Dearborn ranks 93rd of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 73rd of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Sterling Heights?
CMS lists 28 hospitals in the Detroit-Warren-Dearborn area, led by Detroit (John D. Dingell) Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sterling Heights 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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- 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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