Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Oklahoma City, OK
Pay for sterile processing technicians in the Oklahoma City area centers on $20.47 per hour, or about $42,570 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.00 and the upper quarter over $23.25. That ranks 130th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 82nd of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Oklahoma City.
- $20.47median pay per hour, Oklahoma City
- $18–$23typical range per hour
- 340employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Oklahoma City, OK
The metro median is in line with the Oklahoma statewide median of $20.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 340 medical equipment preparers employed in the Oklahoma City metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.07).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.17 | $35,710 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.00 | $37,440 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.47 | $42,570 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.25 | $48,360 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.23 | $52,480 | 13% above U.S. median |
How Oklahoma City ranks
- 130th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 82nd 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 Oklahoma City
- Overall prices in Oklahoma City run 10% below the U.S. average (index 90.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% below the U.S. average (index 73.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.47 median hour buys what $22.64 buys at the national price level, 1% 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.
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- Per year: $36,846
- Per month: $3,070
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Oklahoma City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Oklahoma City
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $116 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,372 |
| 13-week assignment | $17,836 |
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 Oklahoma City
CMS lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City, 5 of the 9 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Community Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma Heart Hospital, Llc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Other | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Baptist Medical Center, Inc Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Southwest Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| O U Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma City Va Medical Center Oklahoma City, OK | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Integris Community Hospital - Council Crossing Oklahoma City, OK | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midwest City, OK | 8 mi | $20.47/hr | 58,505 |
| Moore, OK | 10 mi | $20.47/hr | 63,845 |
| Enid, OK | 68 mi | $20.47/hr | 50,519 |
| Lawton, OK | 78 mi | $20.47/hr | 90,027 |
| Tulsa, OK | 101 mi | $20.84/hr | 415,154 |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 105 mi | $20.84/hr | 122,756 |
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License and tax basics in Oklahoma
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City, OK?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Oklahoma City metro area have a median pay of $20.47 per hour, about $42,570 a year. The middle half earn between $18.00 and $23.25 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Oklahoma City a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Oklahoma City ranks 82nd of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 130th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Oklahoma City?
CMS lists 19 hospitals in Oklahoma City, led by Oklahoma Heart Hospital South, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Oklahoma City as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Oklahoma requires for your role with the Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma City?
The federal per diem benchmark in Oklahoma City is $116 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,372 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 Oklahoma City?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Oklahoma City and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Oklahoma City.
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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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