Sterile Processing Technician salary in Virginia
Sterile Processing Technicians in Virginia earn a median of $21.52 per hour, about $44,760 a year, 4% below the U.S. median of $22.35. The middle half earn between $18.53 and $24.53 per hour. The highest median among Virginia metro areas is in Richmond, VA, at $21.58 per hour. Source: BLS, May 2024.
- $21.52median pay per hour
- $44,760median pay per year
- 2,040employed in Virginia
- #26of 50 states by median pay
Sterile Processing Technician pay in Virginia: percentiles
| Level | Virginia per hour | Virginia per year | U.S. per hour |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.83 | $37,090 | $17.02 |
| Lower quartile | $18.53 | $38,540 | $18.71 |
| Median | $21.52 | $44,760 | $22.35 |
| Upper quartile | $24.53 | $51,020 | $27.00 |
| Top 10% | $28.92 | $60,150 | $32.25 |
Sterile Processing Technician pay by metro area in Virginia
| Metro area | Median / hr | Median / year | Employed | vs Virginia median | After cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | $21.58 | $44,890 | 430 | in line with | $22.05 |
| Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk, VA-NC | $21.09 | $43,870 | 520 | 2% below | $21.53 |
Metro areas with 30 or more workers in the BLS sample. After cost of living divides the median by the BEA regional price index (U.S. = 100).
Sterile Processing Technician pay in states next to Virginia
| State | Median / hr | Median / year | Compared with Virginia |
|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | $26.15 | $54,390 | 22% above Virginia |
| Kentucky | $20.61 | $42,870 | 4% below Virginia |
| Maryland | $22.90 | $47,630 | 6% above Virginia |
| North Carolina | $19.99 | $41,590 | 7% below Virginia |
| Tennessee | $21.17 | $44,030 | 2% below Virginia |
| West Virginia | $20.39 | $42,400 | 5% below Virginia |
What employers are posting in Virginia
- 8roles with published pay
- $25.29median pay per hour
- $20–$33typical published range
- 4employers hiring
| Employer | Roles | Median pay / hour |
|---|---|---|
| VCU Health System | 3 | $22.20 |
| Sentara Healthcare | 3 | $27.16 |
| Military Treatment Facilities under DHA | 1 | $25.48 |
| Mary Washington Healthcare | 1 | $25.09 |
Midpoints of pay ranges in 8 postings collected October 15, 2026. Posted pay is a different measure from the BLS survey above and can run higher or lower.
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Common questions
How much does a sterile processing technician make in Virginia?
The median is $21.52 per hour, about $44,760 a year. The lowest 10% earn under $17.83 and the top 10% earn over $28.92 (BLS, May 2024).
Which Virginia city pays sterile processing technicians the most?
Among Virginia metro areas, Richmond, VA has the highest median at $21.58 per hour. See the metro table for the rest and for pay after cost of living.
Where does Virginia rank for sterile processing technician pay?
Virginia ranks 26th of 50 states by median sterile processing technician pay.
Is this the same as the pay in job postings?
No. BLS figures come from a survey of employers and cover all workers in the occupation. Posted pay is the range an employer lists on one open role. Both are useful: use the survey for the market and the posting for a specific job.
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- VCU Health SystemRichmond, VA · 3 postings$22.20/ hr$18–$26
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