PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Sterile Processing Tech II
CommonSpirit Health · The Woodlands, TX
$18.15–$25.63/ hour
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Austin, TX
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Austin area is $22.73 per hour ($47,270 a year), with the typical range running from $18.55 to $24.54. That ranks 55th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 59th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in Austin. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Austin.
- $22.73median pay per hour, Austin
- $19–$25typical range per hour
- 280employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Austin, TX
The metro median is 3% above the Texas statewide median of $22.12 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 280 medical equipment preparers employed in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.47).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.90 | $37,230 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.55 | $38,580 | 17% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.73 | $47,270 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $24.54 | $51,040 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $29.35 | $61,050 | 31% above U.S. median |
How Austin ranks
- 55th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 59th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 13 Texas 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 Austin
- Overall prices in Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% above the U.S. average (index 120.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.73 median hour buys what $23.18 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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Estimated weekly gross$818
- Per year: $40,914
- Per month: $3,410
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Austin
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $176 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,792 |
| 13-week assignment | $23,296 |
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).
Open Sterile Processing Technician roles in Texas
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Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)
Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Fort Hood, TX
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PermanentPosted 30+ days ago
Sterile Processing Tech II
CommonSpirit Health · Houston, TX
$18.15–$25.63/ hour
Hospitals in Austin
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Austin, 3 of the 6 rated ones with 4 or 5 stars. Hospitals are a major employer of sterile processing technicians.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascension Seton Northwest Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Dell Seton Med Center At The University Of Tx Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | No |
| St David's Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| North Austin Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St David's South Austin Medical Center Austin, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Seton Southwest Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Baylor Scott & White Medical Center- Austin Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Dell Children's Medical Center Austin, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Northwest Hills Surgical Hospital Austin, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pflugerville, TX | 14 mi | $22.73/hr | 66,819 |
| Cedar Park, TX | 15 mi | $22.73/hr | 78,380 |
| New Braunfels, TX | 47 mi | $19.30/hr | 116,477 |
| Killeen, TX | 54 mi | $19.32/hr | 160,616 |
| Temple, TX | 60 mi | $19.32/hr | 96,267 |
| San Antonio, TX | 74 mi | $19.30/hr | 1,526,656 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Texas · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Texas
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Texas 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.
Other healthcare roles in Austin
Austin city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Austin, TX?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos metro area have a median pay of $22.73 per hour, about $47,270 a year. The middle half earn between $18.55 and $24.54 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Austin a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos ranks 59th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 55th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Austin?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Austin, led by Ascension Seton Northwest. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Austin as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 Austin?
The federal per diem benchmark in Austin is $176 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,792 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
- CommonSpirit HealthTHE WOODLANDS, TX · 2 postings$21.89/ hr$18–$26
- Paincure Medical Supply LLCSpring, TX · 1 wage offer$17.97/ 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$18Median$21.89High$28
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- Medical Supply Technician (Sterile Processing)Permanent$45k–$59k/ year
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