Sterile Processing Coordinator Salary in the United States

How much does a Sterile Processing Coordinator make in the United States? (2025)

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Sterile Processing Coordinator in the United States is $39,639 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,176
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $36,567 to $42,537
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $33,770
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Sterile Processing Coordinator Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $42,537 $3,545 $818 $20
Average $39,639 $3,303 $762 $19
25th Percentile $36,567 $3,047 $703 $18
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Key Factors That Influence Sterile Processing Coordinator Salaries

A Sterile Processing Coordinator'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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Sterile Processing Coordinator Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Sterile Processing Coordinator's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $39,757
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $40,282
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $41,293
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $41,430
  • Expert (over 8 years): $41,660
Levels Salary
Entry Level Sterile Processing Coordinator $39,757
Intermediate Level Sterile Processing Coordinator $40,282
Senior Level Sterile Processing Coordinator $41,293
Specialist Level Sterile Processing Coordinator $41,430
Expert Level Sterile Processing Coordinator $41,660
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$40,282 < 2 yrs
$41,293 2-4 yrs
$41,430 5-8 yrs
$41,660 > 8 yrs
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How Education impacts a Sterile Processing Coordinator's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Sterile Processing Coordinators enter the field with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Sterile Processing Coordinator with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate is between $37,847 and $40,276.

Sterile Processing Coordinator Salaries by Degree Level

Last Updated on November 01, 2025
Typical Education for Sterile Processing Coordinator
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.7%
High School 81.7%
Associates 9.2%
Bachelors 6.7%
Doctorate 0.8%
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Sterile Processing Coordinator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sterile Processing Coordinator'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.

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$36,567
Average $39,639/year
$42,537
$3,047
Average $3,303/month
$3,545
$703
Average $762/week
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $42,537 $3,545 $818 $20
Average $39,639 $3,303 $762 $19
25th Percentile $36,567 $3,047 $703 $18

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Salary Trends for Sterile Processing Coordinators

Salaries for a Sterile Processing Coordinator can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $39,257 in 2023 to around $39,224 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Sterile Processing Coordinator salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Sterile Processing Coordinator Over Time

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$39,257
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$39,356
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Sterile Processing Coordinator bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 64.3%
Bonuses 2.9%
Social Security 5.2%
401k/403b 2.7%
Disability 1.3%
Healthcare 10.3%
Pension 3.7%
Time Off 9.6%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $39,639 64.3%
Bonus $1,806 2.9%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $3,178 5.2%
401K/403B $1,662 2.7%
Disability $831 1.3%
Healthcare $6,341 10.3%
Pension $2,285 3.7%
Time Off $5,912 9.6%
Total Compensation $61,654 100%
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