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

A Central Sterile Processing Technician's salary grows with experience: a Central Sterile Processing Technician (0-1 years)earns $40,813, a Central Supply Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $67,575, a Central Supply Manager (3+ years)earns $94,555,

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

Central Sterile Processing Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Central Sterile Processing Technician roles are District of Columbia $44,382, California $44,214, Massachusetts $43,625. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Central Sterile Processing Technician level roles vary by specialization: Certified Central Sterile Technician: $56,756; Central Processing Technician: $55,409; Central Sterile Technician: $52,684; Sterile Processing Technician I: $41,447; Sterile Supply Processing Technician: $40,480.

Central Sterile Processing Technician Salary in Delaware

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Central Sterile Processing Technician in Delaware is $40,594 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,173
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,448 to $43,514
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,583

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Central Sterile Processing Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,514	$3,626	$837	$21
Average	$40,594	$3,383	$781	$20
25th Percentile	$37,448	$3,121	$720	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Central Sterile Processing Technician Salaries

A Central 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 Central 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 Central Sterile Processing Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,382.
California: $44,214.
Massachusetts: $43,625.

District of Columbia $44,382 California $44,214 Massachusetts $43,625 Washington $43,464 New Jersey $43,448 Alaska $43,392 Connecticut $42,839 New York $42,614

Hawaii $41,897 Rhode Island $41,560 Maryland $41,332 Minnesota $41,019 Colorado $40,899 Illinois $40,859 Oregon $40,706 Delaware $40,594

New Hampshire $40,524 Virginia $40,366 Pennsylvania $39,905 Nevada $39,672 North Dakota $39,596 Michigan $39,476 Wisconsin $39,432 Vermont $39,344

Texas $39,099 Maine $39,083 Arizona $39,059 Ohio $39,031 Georgia $38,662 Indiana $38,478 Wyoming $38,442 Utah $38,385

Iowa $38,361 Kansas $38,169 Louisiana $38,113 North Carolina $38,093 Missouri $38,085 Florida $37,929 Montana $37,844 Nebraska $37,764

Kentucky $37,720 South Carolina $37,560 Tennessee $37,460 Idaho $37,419 New Mexico $37,127 Oklahoma $37,063 Alabama $36,826 South Dakota $36,429

Arkansas $36,213 West Virginia $36,097 Mississippi $35,748

Top Paying Cities for Central 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: $42,013
Little Creek: $41,624
Magnolia: $41,797

Lincoln, DE $42,013 Little Creek, DE $41,624 Magnolia, DE $41,797 Milford, DE $42,013 Marydel, DE $41,468 Millsboro, DE $42,013 Millville, DE $42,294 Milton, DE $42,013

Nassau, DE $42,013 Ocean View, DE $42,294 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,294 Seaford, DE $41,572 Selbyville, DE $42,294 Smyrna, DE $41,420 Viola, DE $41,797 Woodside, DE $41,676

Bear, DE $41,115 Newark, DE $41,131 Claymont, DE $41,163 Delaware City, DE $41,131 Hockessin, DE $41,163 Kirkwood, DE $41,131 Middletown, DE $41,336 Montchanin, DE $41,163

New Castle, DE $41,163 Odessa, DE $41,392 Port Penn, DE $41,019 Rockland, DE $41,163 Saint Georges, DE $41,131 Townsend, DE $41,332 Winterthur, DE $41,163 Lewes, DE $42,013

Wilmington, DE $41,163 Dover, DE $41,604 Dover Afb, DE $41,701 Bethany Beach, DE $42,294 Bethel, DE $41,572 Bridgeville, DE $42,013 Camden Wyoming, DE $41,648 Cheswold, DE $41,508

Clayton, DE $41,404 Dagsboro, DE $42,294 Delmar, DE $41,572 Ellendale, DE $42,013 Felton, DE $42,013 Fenwick Island, DE $42,294 Frankford, DE $42,294 Frederica, DE $42,013

Georgetown, DE $42,013 Greenwood, DE $42,013 Harbeson, DE $42,013 Harrington, DE $42,013 Hartly, DE $41,384 Houston, DE $42,013 Kenton, DE $41,404 Laurel, DE $41,572

Yorklyn, DE $41,163

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

Understanding how a Central 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

$37,448

Average $40,594/year

$43,514

$3,121

Average $3,383/month

$3,626

$720

Average $781/week

$837

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,514	$3,626	$837	$21
Average	$40,594	$3,383	$781	$20
25th Percentile	$37,448	$3,121	$720	$18

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