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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Sterilization Technician?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Sterilization Technician roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Sterilization Technician's salary?

A Sterilization Technician's salary grows with experience: a Sterilization Technician (0-1 years)earns $41,865, a Central Supply Supervisor (1-3 years)earns $69,355, a Central Supply Manager (3+ years)earns $96,993,

What are the highest paying states for a Sterilization Technician?

Sterilization Technician salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Sterilization Technician roles are District of Columbia $44,111, California $43,944, Massachusetts $43,358. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Sterilization Technician roles make?

Salaries for Sterilization Technician level roles vary by specialization: Sterilization Engineering Manager: $137,090; Sterilization Engineering Supervisor: $121,804; Sterilization Engineer III: $110,307; Sterilization Engineer II: $93,573; Sterilization Engineer I: $83,933.

Sterilization Technician Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Sterilization Technician make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Sterilization Technician in Hawaii is $41,641 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,364
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,418 to $44,637
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,485

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Sterilization Technician Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,637	$3,720	$858	$21
Average	$41,641	$3,470	$801	$20
25th Percentile	$38,418	$3,202	$739	$18

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Key Factors That Influence Sterilization Technician Salaries

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

District of Columbia: $44,111.
California: $43,944.
Massachusetts: $43,358.

District of Columbia $44,111 California $43,944 Massachusetts $43,358 Washington $43,199 New Jersey $43,183 Alaska $43,127 Connecticut $42,577 New York $42,354

Hawaii $41,641 Rhode Island $41,306 Maryland $41,079 Minnesota $40,768 Colorado $40,649 Illinois $40,609 Oregon $40,458 Delaware $40,346

New Hampshire $40,276 Virginia $40,119 Pennsylvania $39,661 Nevada $39,430 North Dakota $39,354 Michigan $39,234 Wisconsin $39,191 Vermont $39,103

Texas $38,860 Maine $38,844 Arizona $38,820 Ohio $38,792 Georgia $38,426 Indiana $38,242 Wyoming $38,207 Utah $38,151

Iowa $38,127 Kansas $37,936 Louisiana $37,880 North Carolina $37,860 Missouri $37,852 Florida $37,697 Montana $37,613 Nebraska $37,533

Kentucky $37,489 South Carolina $37,330 Tennessee $37,230 Idaho $37,191 New Mexico $36,900 Oklahoma $36,836 Alabama $36,601 South Dakota $36,207

Arkansas $35,991 West Virginia $35,876 Mississippi $35,529

Top Paying Cities for Sterilization 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:

Aiea: $41,415
Anahola: $40,872
Captain Cook: $40,831

Aiea, HI $41,415 Anahola, HI $40,872 Captain Cook, HI $40,831 Eleele, HI $40,955 Ewa Beach, HI $41,379 Kapolei, HI $41,346 Haiku, HI $40,903 Hakalau, HI $40,811

Haleiwa, HI $41,266 Hana, HI $40,805 Hanalei, HI $40,819 Hanamaulu, HI $40,902 Hanapepe, HI $40,953 Hauula, HI $41,329 Hawaii National Park, HI $40,858 Hawi, HI $40,926

Hilo, HI $40,898 Princeville, HI $40,893 Holualoa, HI $40,848 Honaunau, HI $40,777 Honokaa, HI $40,830 Honomu, HI $40,894 Hoolehua, HI $40,777 Kaaawa, HI $41,342

Kahuku, HI $41,254 Kahului, HI $40,997 Kailua, HI $41,402 Ocean View, HI $40,881 Waikoloa, HI $40,877 Keauhou, HI $40,848 Kailua Kona, HI $40,897 Kalaheo, HI $40,906

Kalaupapa, HI $40,740 Kamuela, HI $40,850 Kaneohe, HI $41,393 Kapaa, HI $40,951 Kaumakani, HI $40,973 Kaunakakai, HI $40,826 Keaau, HI $40,926 Kealakekua, HI $40,904

Kealia, HI $40,918 Kekaha, HI $40,877 Kihei, HI $40,955 Kilauea, HI $40,894 Kapaau, HI $40,863 Koloa, HI $40,912 Kualapuu, HI $40,814 Kunia, HI $41,332

Kurtistown, HI $40,905 Lahaina, HI $40,913 Laie, HI $41,290 Lanai City, HI $40,814 Laupahoehoe, HI $40,916 Lawai, HI $40,973 Lihue, HI $40,902 Makawao, HI $40,934

Makaweli, HI $40,811 Maunaloa, HI $40,715 Mountain View, HI $40,883 Naalehu, HI $40,801 Ninole, HI $40,773 Ookala, HI $40,787 Paauilo, HI $40,836 Pahala, HI $40,812

Pahoa, HI $40,866 Paia, HI $40,915 Papaaloa, HI $40,922 Papaikou, HI $40,837 Pearl City, HI $41,385 Pepeekeo, HI $40,916 Puunene, HI $40,997 Volcano, HI $40,858

Wahiawa, HI $41,314 Pukalani, HI $40,934 Mililani, HI $41,364 Kula, HI $40,850 Waialua, HI $41,244 Waianae, HI $41,282 Wailuku, HI $40,933 Waimanalo, HI $41,394

Waimea, HI $40,969 Waipahu, HI $41,367 Honolulu, HI $41,430 J B P H H, HI $41,422 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $41,337 Schofield Barracks, HI $41,325 Fort Shafter, HI $41,430 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $41,430

Camp H M Smith, HI $41,420 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $41,380 Wake Island, HI $41,430

Sterilization Technician Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Sterilization 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, Sterilization Technician positions in Pharmaceuticals or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Sterilization Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Sterilization Technician

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$62,461	$30.0	50%
Biotechnology	$49,969	$24.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Sterilization 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 July 01, 2026

$38,418

Average $41,641/year

$44,637

$3,202

Average $3,470/month

$3,720

$739

Average $801/week

$858

$18

Average $20/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,637	$3,720	$858	$21
Average	$41,641	$3,470	$801	$20
25th Percentile	$38,418	$3,202	$739	$18

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