PermanentPosted 10 days ago
Central Sterile Technician, Certified
LifePoint Health · Kennewick, WA
$17.81–$27.00/ hour
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Bellingham, WA
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Bellingham area is $27.91 per hour ($58,050 a year), with the typical range running from $20.73 to $35.10. That ranks 19th of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 14th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Bellingham. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Bellingham.
- $27.91median pay per hour, Bellingham
- $21–$35typical range per hour
- 50employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Bellingham, WA
The metro median is 13% above the Washington statewide median of $24.61 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 50 medical equipment preparers employed in the Bellingham 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% | $16.28 | $33,860 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.73 | $43,120 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.91 | $58,050 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.10 | $73,010 | 57% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $35.10 | $73,010 | 57% above U.S. median |
How Bellingham ranks
- 19th of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 14th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 8 Washington 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 Bellingham
- Overall prices in Bellingham run 3% above the U.S. average (index 103.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 112.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.91 median hour buys what $27.01 buys at the national price level, 21% 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$1,005
- Per year: $50,238
- Per month: $4,186
- Washington has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bellingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Bellingham
| 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).
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Hospitals in Bellingham
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham, 1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center Bellingham, WA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marysville, WA | 49 mi | $25.64/hr | 76,209 |
| Everett, WA | 56 mi | $25.64/hr | 113,011 |
| Bothell, WA | 69 mi | $25.64/hr | 51,770 |
| Shoreline, WA | 69 mi | $25.64/hr | 66,251 |
| Kirkland, WA | 74 mi | $25.64/hr | 95,499 |
| Redmond, WA | 76 mi | $25.64/hr | 82,195 |
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License and tax basics in Washington
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Washington 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.
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Common questions
How much do sterile processing technicians make in Bellingham, WA?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Bellingham metro area have a median pay of $27.91 per hour, about $58,050 a year. The middle half earn between $20.73 and $35.10 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bellingham a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Bellingham ranks 14th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 19th of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Bellingham?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Bellingham, led by Peacehealth St Joseph Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Washington license to work in Bellingham as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Washington requires for your role with the Washington 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 Bellingham?
The federal per diem benchmark in Bellingham 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 Bellingham?
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