What are the main factors that influence a Sterilization Assistant's salary?

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

How does experience change A Sterilization Assistant's salary?

A Sterilization Assistant's salary grows with experience: a Sterilization Assistant (0-1 years)earns $41,158, a Central Supply Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $68,136, a Central Supply Manager (3+ years)earns $95,356,

What are the highest paying states for a Sterilization Assistant?

Sterilization Assistant salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sterilization Assistant roles are District of Columbia $44,758, California $44,589, Massachusetts $43,994. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sterilization Assistant roles make?

Salaries for Sterilization Assistant level roles vary by specialization: Sterilization Engineering Manager: $133,062; Sterilization Engineer III: $94,721; Sterilization Engineering Supervisor: $91,641; Sterilization Engineer II: $79,504; Dental Assistant Sterilization Tech: $74,712.

Sterilization Assistant Salary in Delaware

How much does a Sterilization Assistant make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sterilization Assistant in Delaware is $40,938 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $46,566
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $37,773 to $43,884
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $34,891

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Sterilization Assistant Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,884	$3,657	$844	$21
Average	$40,938	$3,412	$787	$20
25th Percentile	$37,773	$3,148	$726	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Sterilization Assistant Salaries

A Sterilization Assistant'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 Sterilization Assistant 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 Sterilization Assistants. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,758.
California: $44,589.
Massachusetts: $43,994.

District of Columbia $44,758 California $44,589 Massachusetts $43,994 Washington $43,833 New Jersey $43,817 Alaska $43,760 Connecticut $43,202 New York $42,976

Hawaii $42,252 Rhode Island $41,913 Maryland $41,682 Minnesota $41,367 Colorado $41,246 Illinois $41,205 Oregon $41,051 Delaware $40,938

New Hampshire $40,867 Virginia $40,708 Pennsylvania $40,243 Nevada $40,009 North Dakota $39,932 Michigan $39,810 Wisconsin $39,766 Vermont $39,677

Texas $39,430 Maine $39,414 Arizona $39,390 Ohio $39,362 Georgia $38,990 Indiana $38,804 Wyoming $38,767 Utah $38,711

Iowa $38,687 Kansas $38,493 Louisiana $38,436 North Carolina $38,416 Missouri $38,408 Florida $38,250 Montana $38,165 Nebraska $38,084

Kentucky $38,040 South Carolina $37,878 Tennessee $37,777 Idaho $37,737 New Mexico $37,442 Oklahoma $37,377 Alabama $37,138 South Dakota $36,738

Arkansas $36,520 West Virginia $36,403 Mississippi $36,051

Top Paying Cities for Sterilization Assistants

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: $42,369
Little Creek: $41,977
Magnolia: $42,151

Lincoln, DE $42,369 Little Creek, DE $41,977 Magnolia, DE $42,151 Milford, DE $42,369 Marydel, DE $41,820 Millsboro, DE $42,369 Millville, DE $42,652 Milton, DE $42,369

Nassau, DE $42,369 Ocean View, DE $42,652 Rehoboth Beach, DE $42,652 Seaford, DE $41,925 Selbyville, DE $42,652 Smyrna, DE $41,771 Viola, DE $42,151 Woodside, DE $42,030

Bear, DE $41,464 Newark, DE $41,480 Claymont, DE $41,512 Delaware City, DE $41,480 Hockessin, DE $41,512 Kirkwood, DE $41,480 Middletown, DE $41,686 Montchanin, DE $41,512

New Castle, DE $41,512 Odessa, DE $41,743 Port Penn, DE $41,367 Rockland, DE $41,512 Saint Georges, DE $41,480 Townsend, DE $41,682 Winterthur, DE $41,512 Lewes, DE $42,369

Wilmington, DE $41,512 Dover, DE $41,957 Dover Afb, DE $42,054 Bethany Beach, DE $42,652 Bethel, DE $41,925 Bridgeville, DE $42,369 Camden Wyoming, DE $42,001 Cheswold, DE $41,860

Clayton, DE $41,755 Dagsboro, DE $42,652 Delmar, DE $41,925 Ellendale, DE $42,369 Felton, DE $42,369 Fenwick Island, DE $42,652 Frankford, DE $42,652 Frederica, DE $42,369

Georgetown, DE $42,369 Greenwood, DE $42,369 Harbeson, DE $42,369 Harrington, DE $42,369 Hartly, DE $41,735 Houston, DE $42,369 Kenton, DE $41,755 Laurel, DE $41,925

Yorklyn, DE $41,512

Sterilization Assistant Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Sterilization Assistant'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 March 01, 2026

$37,773

Average $40,938/year

$43,884

$3,148

Average $3,412/month

$3,657

$726

Average $787/week

$844

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$43,884	$3,657	$844	$21
Average	$40,938	$3,412	$787	$20
25th Percentile	$37,773	$3,148	$726	$18

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