What are the main factors that influence a Sterile Processor's salary?

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

How does experience change A Sterile Processor's salary?

A Sterile Processor's salary grows with experience: a Sterile Processor (0-1 years)earns $41,000, a Central Supply Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $67,858, a Central Supply Manager (3+ years)earns $94,989,

What are the highest paying states for a Sterile Processor?

Sterile Processor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sterile Processor roles are District of Columbia $44,109, California $43,941, Massachusetts $43,356. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sterile Processor roles make?

Salaries for Sterile Processor level roles vary by specialization: Director Of Sterile Processing: $172,367; Manager, Central Sterile: $97,166; Sterile Processing Manager: $92,550; Sterile Processing Supervisor: $66,317; Tech Sterile Processor Travel: $57,479.

Sterile Processor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sterile Processor make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sterile Processor in Delaware is $40,344 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $45,982
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,194 to $43,295
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,327

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Sterile Processor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,295	$3,608	$833	$21
Average	$40,344	$3,362	$776	$19
25th Percentile	$37,194	$3,100	$715	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Sterile Processor Salaries

A Sterile Processor'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 Sterile Processor 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 Sterile Processors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,109.
California: $43,941.
Massachusetts: $43,356.

District of Columbia $44,109 California $43,941 Massachusetts $43,356 Washington $43,196 New Jersey $43,181 Alaska $43,125 Connecticut $42,575 New York $42,352

Hawaii $41,639 Rhode Island $41,304 Maryland $41,077 Minnesota $40,766 Colorado $40,647 Illinois $40,607 Oregon $40,456 Delaware $40,344

New Hampshire $40,274 Virginia $40,117 Pennsylvania $39,659 Nevada $39,428 North Dakota $39,352 Michigan $39,233 Wisconsin $39,189 Vermont $39,101

Texas $38,858 Maine $38,842 Arizona $38,818 Ohio $38,790 Georgia $38,424 Indiana $38,241 Wyoming $38,205 Utah $38,149

Iowa $38,125 Kansas $37,934 Louisiana $37,878 North Carolina $37,858 Missouri $37,850 Florida $37,695 Montana $37,611 Nebraska $37,531

Kentucky $37,488 South Carolina $37,328 Tennessee $37,229 Idaho $37,189 New Mexico $36,898 Oklahoma $36,834 Alabama $36,599 South Dakota $36,205

Arkansas $35,990 West Virginia $35,874 Mississippi $35,528

Top Paying Cities for Sterile Processors

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: $41,754
Little Creek: $41,368
Magnolia: $41,539

Lincoln, DE $41,754 Little Creek, DE $41,368 Magnolia, DE $41,539 Milford, DE $41,754 Marydel, DE $41,213 Millsboro, DE $41,754 Millville, DE $42,033 Milton, DE $41,754

Nassau, DE $41,754 Ocean View, DE $42,033 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,033 Seaford, DE $41,316 Selbyville, DE $42,033 Smyrna, DE $41,165 Viola, DE $41,539 Woodside, DE $41,420

Bear, DE $40,862 Newark, DE $40,878 Claymont, DE $40,910 Delaware City, DE $40,878 Hockessin, DE $40,910 Kirkwood, DE $40,878 Middletown, DE $41,081 Montchanin, DE $40,910

New Castle, DE $40,910 Odessa, DE $41,137 Port Penn, DE $40,766 Rockland, DE $40,910 Saint Georges, DE $40,878 Townsend, DE $41,077 Winterthur, DE $40,910 Lewes, DE $41,754

Wilmington, DE $40,910 Dover, DE $41,348 Dover Afb, DE $41,444 Bethany Beach, DE $42,033 Bethel, DE $41,316 Bridgeville, DE $41,754 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,392 Cheswold, DE $41,252

Clayton, DE $41,149 Dagsboro, DE $42,033 Delmar, DE $41,316 Ellendale, DE $41,754 Felton, DE $41,754 Fenwick Island, DE $42,033 Frankford, DE $42,033 Frederica, DE $41,754

Georgetown, DE $41,754 Greenwood, DE $41,754 Harbeson, DE $41,754 Harrington, DE $41,754 Hartly, DE $41,129 Houston, DE $41,754 Kenton, DE $41,149 Laurel, DE $41,316

Yorklyn, DE $40,910

Sterile Processor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sterile Processor'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 February 01, 2026

$37,194

Average $40,344/year

$43,295

$3,100

Average $3,362/month

$3,608

$715

Average $776/week

$833

$18

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,295	$3,608	$833	$21
Average	$40,344	$3,362	$776	$19
25th Percentile	$37,194	$3,100	$715	$18

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