Per diemPosted 22 days ago
Sterile Processing Technician
CommonSpirit Health · Henderson, NV
$27.96–$27.96/ hour
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Sparks, NV
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Sparks area is $20.00 per hour ($41,600 a year), with the typical range running from $19.13 to $21.59. That ranks 139th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 181st of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Sparks. The free report below lists employers near Sparks and what they pay.
- $20.00median pay per hour, Reno
- $19–$22typical range per hour
- 160employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Sparks, NV
The metro median is in line with the Nevada statewide median of $20.00 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 160 medical equipment preparers employed in the Reno metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.23).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.49 | $38,460 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.13 | $39,790 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.00 | $41,600 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $21.59 | $44,910 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $23.86 | $49,630 | 7% above U.S. median |
How Sparks ranks
- 139th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 181st 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 Sparks
- Overall prices in Reno run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.00 median hour buys what $19.80 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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Estimated weekly gross$720
- Per year: $36,000
- Per month: $3,000
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Reno metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Sparks
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $146 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,582 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,566 |
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. 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 Sparks
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sparks, 0 of the 1 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Nevada Medical Center Sparks, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Dini-Townsend Hospital At Nnmh Sparks, NV | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 7 mi | $20.00/hr | 281,714 |
| Carson City, NV | 29 mi | $20.00/hr | 58,148 |
| Lincoln, CA | 97 mi | $36.81/hr | 56,268 |
| Rocklin, CA | 98 mi | $36.81/hr | 75,129 |
| Folsom, CA | 99 mi | $36.81/hr | 88,091 |
| Roseville, CA | 102 mi | $36.81/hr | 163,304 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Nevada · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Nevada
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Sparks, NV?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Reno metro area have a median pay of $20.00 per hour, about $41,600 a year. The middle half earn between $19.13 and $21.59 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sparks a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Reno ranks 181st of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 139th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Sparks?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Sparks, led by Northern Nevada Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Sparks as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Sparks?
The federal per diem benchmark in Sparks is $146 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,582 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 Sparks?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- 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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