What are the main factors that influence a Lead Sterile Processing Technician's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Lead Sterile Processing Technician's salary?

A Lead Sterile Processing Technician's salary grows with experience: a Lead Sterile Processing Technician (0-1 years)earns $41,296, a Central Supply Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $68,375, a Central Supply Manager (3+ years)earns $95,676,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Sterile Processing Technician?

Lead Sterile Processing Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Sterile Processing Technician roles are District of Columbia $44,425, California $44,256, Massachusetts $43,667. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Sterile Processing Technician roles make?

Salaries for Lead Sterile Processing Technician level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Sterile Processing: $172,364; Sterile Processing Manager: $92,586; Certified Sterile Processing and Distribution Technician: $42,395; Sterile Processing Technician I: $41,447; Lead Sterile Processing Tech: $41,188.

Lead Sterile Processing Technician Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Sterile Processing Technician make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Sterile Processing Technician in Delaware is $40,633 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, a Lead Sterile Processing Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,312
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,449 to $43,606
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,551

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Lead Sterile Processing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,606	$3,634	$839	$21
Average	$40,633	$3,386	$781	$20
25th Percentile	$37,449	$3,121	$720	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Sterile Processing Technician Salaries

A Lead Sterile Processing Technician's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Lead Sterile Processing Technician Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Sterile Processing Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,425.
California: $44,256.
Massachusetts: $43,667.

District of Columbia $44,425 California $44,256 Massachusetts $43,667 Washington $43,506 New Jersey $43,490 Alaska $43,434 Connecticut $42,880 New York $42,655

Hawaii $41,937 Rhode Island $41,600 Maryland $41,371 Minnesota $41,058 Colorado $40,938 Illinois $40,898 Oregon $40,746 Delaware $40,633

New Hampshire $40,563 Virginia $40,404 Pennsylvania $39,943 Nevada $39,710 North Dakota $39,634 Michigan $39,514 Wisconsin $39,470 Vermont $39,381

Texas $39,137 Maine $39,121 Arizona $39,096 Ohio $39,068 Georgia $38,699 Indiana $38,515 Wyoming $38,479 Utah $38,422

Iowa $38,398 Kansas $38,206 Louisiana $38,150 North Carolina $38,129 Missouri $38,121 Florida $37,965 Montana $37,881 Nebraska $37,800

Kentucky $37,756 South Carolina $37,596 Tennessee $37,496 Idaho $37,455 New Mexico $37,162 Oklahoma $37,098 Alabama $36,862 South Dakota $36,464

Arkansas $36,248 West Virginia $36,131 Mississippi $35,782

Top Paying Cities for Lead Sterile Processing Technicians

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $42,054
Little Creek: $41,664
Magnolia: $41,837

Lincoln, DE $42,054 Little Creek, DE $41,664 Magnolia, DE $41,837 Milford, DE $42,054 Marydel, DE $41,508 Millsboro, DE $42,054 Millville, DE $42,334 Milton, DE $42,054

Nassau, DE $42,054 Ocean View, DE $42,334 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,334 Seaford, DE $41,612 Selbyville, DE $42,334 Smyrna, DE $41,460 Viola, DE $41,837 Woodside, DE $41,717

Bear, DE $41,155 Newark, DE $41,171 Claymont, DE $41,203 Delaware City, DE $41,171 Hockessin, DE $41,203 Kirkwood, DE $41,171 Middletown, DE $41,375 Montchanin, DE $41,203

New Castle, DE $41,203 Odessa, DE $41,432 Port Penn, DE $41,058 Rockland, DE $41,203 Saint Georges, DE $41,171 Townsend, DE $41,371 Winterthur, DE $41,203 Lewes, DE $42,054

Wilmington, DE $41,203 Dover, DE $41,644 Dover Afb, DE $41,741 Bethany Beach, DE $42,334 Bethel, DE $41,612 Bridgeville, DE $42,054 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,688 Cheswold, DE $41,548

Clayton, DE $41,444 Dagsboro, DE $42,334 Delmar, DE $41,612 Ellendale, DE $42,054 Felton, DE $42,054 Fenwick Island, DE $42,334 Frankford, DE $42,334 Frederica, DE $42,054

Georgetown, DE $42,054 Greenwood, DE $42,054 Harbeson, DE $42,054 Harrington, DE $42,054 Hartly, DE $41,424 Houston, DE $42,054 Kenton, DE $41,444 Laurel, DE $41,612

Yorklyn, DE $41,203

Lead Sterile Processing Technician Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Sterile Processing Technician's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$37,449

Average $40,633/year

$43,606

$3,121

Average $3,386/month

$3,634

$720

Average $781/week

$839

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,606	$3,634	$839	$21
Average	$40,633	$3,386	$781	$20
25th Percentile	$37,449	$3,121	$720	$18

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