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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Greenville, SC
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Greenville area is $22.22 per hour ($46,220 a year), with the typical range running from $18.77 to $22.77. That ranks 74th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 39th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Greenville. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Greenville.
- $22.22median pay per hour, Greenville
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 230employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Sterile Processing Technician pay in Greenville, SC
The metro median is 11% above the South Carolina statewide median of $20.02 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 230 medical equipment preparers employed in the Greenville-Anderson-Greer metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.12).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.67 | $36,750 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.77 | $39,040 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.22 | $46,220 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $22.77 | $47,360 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $27.50 | $57,200 | 23% above U.S. median |
How Greenville ranks
- 74th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 39th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 5 South Carolina 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.
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- Overall prices in Greenville-Anderson-Greer run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% below the U.S. average (index 76.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.22 median hour buys what $23.83 buys at the national price level, 7% 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 Greenville paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$800
- Per year: $39,996
- Per month: $3,333
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Greenville-Anderson-Greer metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Greenville
| 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 Greenville
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Greenville, 3 of the 3 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prisma Health Patewood Hospital Greenville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital Greenville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St Francis-Downtown Greenville, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Greenville, SC | Children's | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asheville, NC | 52 mi | $20.96/hr | 94,992 |
| Gastonia, NC | 72 mi | $21.23/hr | 85,535 |
| Rock Hill, SC | 76 mi | $21.23/hr | 75,798 |
| Athens, GA | 84 mi | $22.36/hr | 128,691 |
| Charlotte, NC | 90 mi | $21.23/hr | 943,476 |
| Huntersville, NC | 93 mi | $21.23/hr | 67,087 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in South Carolina · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in South Carolina
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
South Carolina 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 Greenville, SC?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Greenville-Anderson-Greer metro area have a median pay of $22.22 per hour, about $46,220 a year. The middle half earn between $18.77 and $22.77 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Greenville a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Greenville-Anderson-Greer ranks 39th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 74th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Greenville?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Greenville, led by Prisma Health Patewood Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina license to work in Greenville as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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 Greenville?
The federal per diem benchmark in Greenville 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 Greenville?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Greenville and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Greenville.
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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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