PermanentPosted 17 days ago
Sterile Processing Technician
Ascension Health · Milwaukee, WI
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Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Milwaukee, WI
The median sterile processing technician pay in the Milwaukee area is $22.85 per hour ($47,540 a year), with the typical range running from $19.33 to $23.40. That ranks 51st of 233 U.S. metro areas for sterile processing technician pay, and 44th of 222 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Milwaukee. The free report below lists employers near Milwaukee and what they pay.
- $22.85median pay per hour, Milwaukee
- $19–$23typical range per hour
- 430employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Sterile Processing Technician pay in Milwaukee, WI
The metro median is 3% above the Wisconsin statewide median of $22.20 per hour. Nationally the median is $22.35 per hour. BLS counts about 430 medical equipment preparers employed in the Milwaukee-Waukesha 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% | $18.13 | $37,710 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.33 | $40,210 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.85 | $47,540 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.40 | $48,670 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $24.67 | $51,310 | 10% above U.S. median |
How Milwaukee ranks
- 51st of 233 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 44th of 222 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 7 Wisconsin 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 Milwaukee-Waukesha run 3% below the U.S. average (index 96.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.85 median hour buys what $23.57 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.
Estimate your Milwaukee paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$823
- Per year: $41,130
- Per month: $3,428
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Travel assignment per diem in Milwaukee
| Item | Federal rate |
|---|---|
| Lodging per night | $140 |
| Meals and incidentals per day | $80 |
| Per week (7 nights, 7 days) | $1,540 |
| 13-week assignment | $20,020 |
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 Wisconsin
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PermanentPosted 2 days ago
Education Coordinator, Sterile Processing - Days
Mercy · Wisconsin
$22.73–$32.96/ hour
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PermanentPosted 6 days ago
Sterile Processing Technician - Variable Shift
Mercy · Wisconsin
$18.28–$26.51/ hour
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Sterile Processing Technician - Part Time Flex - Day Shift
Essentia Health · Superior, WI
$17.07–$22.64/ hour
PermanentPosted 30 days ago
Sterile Processing Technician - Second Shift
Mercy · Wisconsin
$18.28–$26.51/ hour
Hospitals in Milwaukee
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Milwaukee, 2 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 Se Wisconsin Hospital Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Aurora St Lukes Medical Center Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension Columbia St Marys Hospital Milwaukee Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Francis Hospital Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital Milwaukee, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Milwaukee Va Medical Center Milwaukee, WI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Childrens Hospital Of Wisconsin Milwaukee, WI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Mental Health Emergency Center, Inc Milwaukee, WI | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Allis, WI | 5 mi | $22.85/hr | 59,784 |
| Waukesha, WI | 15 mi | $22.85/hr | 71,461 |
| Racine, WI | 25 mi | $22.20/hr | 78,057 |
| Kenosha, WI | 33 mi | $19.27/hr | 99,578 |
| Waukegan, IL | 48 mi | $22.94/hr | 88,570 |
| Janesville, WI | 59 mi | $22.20/hr | 66,428 |
Sterile Processing Technician jobs in Wisconsin · Sterile Processing Technician jobs nationwide
License and tax basics in Wisconsin
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date.
Wisconsin 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 Milwaukee, WI?
Sterile Processing Technicians in the Milwaukee-Waukesha metro area have a median pay of $22.85 per hour, about $47,540 a year. The middle half earn between $19.33 and $23.40 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Milwaukee a good place for sterile processing technicians once cost of living is counted?
Milwaukee-Waukesha ranks 44th of 222 metro areas for sterile processing technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 51st of 233 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do sterile processing technicians work in Milwaukee?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Milwaukee, led by Ascension Se Wisconsin Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Milwaukee as a sterile processing technician?
CRCST or CSPDT certification, or the ability to earn it. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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 Milwaukee?
The federal per diem benchmark in Milwaukee is $140 a night for lodging and $80 a day for meals and incidentals, about $1,540 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 Milwaukee?
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1Pay for your role at other hospitals
- MercyWisconsin · 3 postings$22.40/ hr$18–$33
- 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
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- Education Coordinator, Sterile Processing - DaysPermanent$22.73–$32.96/ hour
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