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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in New Rochelle, NY
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the New Rochelle area centers on $27.30 per hour, or about $56,780 a year. The lower quarter earns under $23.01 and the upper quarter over $29.29. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in New Rochelle. That ranks 20th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 30th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The free report below lists employers near New Rochelle and what they pay.
- $27.30median pay per hour, New York
- $23–$29typical range per hour
- 5,120employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 9% above the New York statewide median of $24.94 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 5,120 medical equipment preparers employed in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.12 | $39,770 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.01 | $47,860 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $27.30 | $56,780 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.29 | $60,920 | 31% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $33.50 | $69,680 | 50% above U.S. median |
How New Rochelle ranks
- 20th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 30th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 7 New York 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 New Rochelle
- Overall prices in New York-Newark-Jersey City run 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 49% above the U.S. average (index 148.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.30 median hour buys what $24.25 buys at the national price level, 9% above 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 New Rochelle paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$983
- Per year: $49,140
- Per month: $4,095
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in New Rochelle
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $161 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $92 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,771 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,023 |
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).
Hospitals in New Rochelle
CMS lists 1 hospital in New Rochelle, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital New Rochelle, NY | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Vernon, NY | 3 mi | $27.30/hr | 71,999 |
| Yonkers, NY | 5 mi | $27.30/hr | 211,040 |
| Stamford, CT | 16 mi | $22.82/hr | 139,134 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in New York · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in New York
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
New York 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 New Rochelle, NY?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area have a median pay of $27.30 per hour, about $56,780 a year. The middle half earn between $23.01 and $29.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is New Rochelle a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
New York-Newark-Jersey City ranks 30th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 20th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 13% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring sterile processing technicians in New Rochelle?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the New York-Newark-Jersey City area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near New Rochelle.
Do I need a New York license to work in New Rochelle as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what New York requires for your role with the New York 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 New Rochelle?
The federal per diem benchmark in New Rochelle is $161 a night for lodging and $92 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,771 a week (GSA, fiscal year 2026). Your actual stipend depends on the assignment and your tax home.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Trinity HealthNew York · 2 postings$19.89/ hr$17–$23
- Engilberta R. Santos, M.D.Woodside, NY · 1 wage offer$18.46/ hr$18–$18
- Montage HealthMonterey, CA · 3 postings$43.97/ hr$38–$50
- CommonSpirit HealthDurango, CO · 5 postings$30.79/ hr$20–$37
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Low$17Median$21.35High$30
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- Sterile Processing Tech - St. Peter's Hospital- Full Time - NightsPermanent$17.25–$22.54/ hour
- Sterile Processing Tech - St. Peter's Hospital- Full Time - EveningsPermanent$17.25–$22.54/ hour
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