Certified Sterile Processing Technician Salary in Massachusetts

How much does a Certified Sterile Processing Technician make in Massachusetts?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Certified Sterile Processing Technician in Massachusetts is $43,589 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $21.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $49,579
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $40,213 to $46,724
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $37,140
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Certified Sterile Processing Technician Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $46,724 $3,894 $899 $22
Average $43,589 $3,632 $838 $21
25th Percentile $40,213 $3,351 $773 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Certified Sterile Processing Technician Salaries

A Certified 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.

Top Paying Cities for Certified 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:

  • Agawam: $41,317
  • Amherst: $41,619
  • Barre: $42,034

Certified Sterile Processing Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Certified Sterile Processing Technician roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Certified Sterile Processing Technician positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Certified Sterile Processing Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Certified Sterile Processing Technician

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare$65,383$31.050%
Biotechnology$52,307$25.020%

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

Understanding how a Certified 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 August 01, 2026

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  • Mass General Brigham

    Newton Lower Falls, MA

    Mass General Brigham | Newton Lower Falls, MA

    Sterile Processing Technician. The Sterile Processing Technician plays a key role in ensuring safe, high quality surgical care by performing instrument dec... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Mass General Brigham

    Waltham, MA

    Mass General Brigham | Waltham, MA

    Mass General Brigham Sterile Processing Technician. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business peopl... more

    7 Days Ago

  • South Shore Health

    South Weymouth, MA

    South Shore Health | South Weymouth, MA

    Sterile Processing Technician. Join a dedicated team committed to patient safety and surgical excellence. South Shore Health is seeking a detail-oriented S... more

    8 Days Ago

  • Mass General Brigham

    Newton Lower Falls, MA

    Mass General Brigham | Newton Lower Falls, MA

    Sterile Processing Technician. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, rese... more

    8 Days Ago

  • COMPUNNEL TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED

    Boston, MA

    COMPUNNEL TECHNOLOGY INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED | Boston, MA

    Central Sterile Technician - Day Shift 13-Week Contract Job Details Position:Central Sterile Technician Location:Boston, MA Contract Length:13 Weeks Schedu... more

    9 Days Ago

  • Cambay Healthcare LLC

    Burlington, MA

    Cambay Healthcare LLC | Burlington, MA

    Travel Sterile Processing Technician (Certified) Location:Burlington, MAShift:Days 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM 40 Hours/WeekDuration:13 Weeks Join us as a Certified ... more

    9 Days Ago

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