Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Tulsa, OK
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Tulsa area is $20.84 per hour ($43,340 a year), with the typical range running from $17.72 to $23.78. That ranks 122nd of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 55th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tulsa.
- $20.84median pay per hour, Tulsa
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Tulsa, OK
The metro median is 2% above the Oklahoma statewide median of $20.47 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 200 medical equipment preparers employed in the Tulsa metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is about as concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.95).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.96 | $35,280 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.72 | $36,860 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $20.84 | $43,340 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.78 | $49,460 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $25.43 | $52,890 | 14% above U.S. median |
How Tulsa ranks
- 122nd of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 55th 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 Tulsa
- Overall prices in Tulsa run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 32% below the U.S. average (index 68.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $20.84 median hour buys what $23.36 buys at the national price level, 5% 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: $37,512
- Per month: $3,126
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tulsa metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Tulsa
| 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).
Hospitals in Tulsa
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa, 3 of the 7 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Other | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital South, Llc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Francis Hospital, Inc Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St John Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Hospital South Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hillcrest Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Oklahoma State University Medical Center Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Council Oak Comprehensive Healthcare Tulsa, OK | Acute care | Government and federal | Not rated | No |
| Tulsa Spine & Specialty Hospital Tulsa, OK | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Brookhaven Hospital, Llc Tulsa, OK | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broken Arrow, OK | 9 mi | $20.84/hr | 122,756 |
| Edmond, OK | 90 mi | $20.47/hr | 99,040 |
| Bentonville, AR | 94 mi | $20.05/hr | 61,791 |
| Midwest City, OK | 95 mi | $20.47/hr | 58,505 |
| Fayetteville, AR | 97 mi | $20.05/hr | 103,134 |
| Springdale, AR | 98 mi | $20.05/hr | 89,368 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Oklahoma · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
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 Tulsa, OK?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Tulsa metro area have a median pay of $20.84 per hour, about $43,340 a year. The middle half earn between $17.72 and $23.78 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Tulsa a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Tulsa ranks 55th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 122nd of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Tulsa?
CMS lists 13 hospitals in Tulsa, led by Oklahoma Surgical Hospital, Llc. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Oklahoma license to work in Tulsa 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 Tulsa?
The federal per diem benchmark in Tulsa 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 Tulsa?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Tulsa and across Oklahoma. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Tulsa.
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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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