Sterile Processing Technician Salary in Utah: $45,675 (2026)
Quick Answer:Across Utah's 41 metropolitan areas, the average median sterile processing technician pay sits at $45,675/year heading into 2026 — a figure projected from 2025 BLS OEWS wage data for SOC 31-9093. Because Utah sits at BEA RPP 98.1 (2% below the U.S. baseline), that statewide median translates to roughly $46,560 in nationally-comparable purchasing power. Highest-paying metros: Ogden ($46,666), Provo ($46,061), Orem ($45,576).
In Utah, sterile processing technicians can expect to earn an average median salary of $45,674 in 2026, which is approximately 4.3% lower than the national median of $47,724. The salary landscape varies significantly across the state, with the highest-paying city being Ogden at $48,635, while Clinton offers the lowest wage at $41,561. This $7,074 gap can be attributed to differences in the cost of living, demand for healthcare services, and the presence of larger medical facilities in these areas. Utah's job market for sterile processing technicians is projected to grow at an annual rate of 4.22%, driven by the increasing demand for surgical procedures and advancements in medical technology. The state requires technicians to have specific training and may require certification, which influences job opportunities and salaries. Technicians in top-performing cities such as Provo ($48,005) and Orem ($47,499) benefit from a strong healthcare presence, while cities like Lehi ($47,050) and West Jordan ($45,665) also offer competitive wages. With a total of 619 employed technicians statewide, the outlook appears positive, particularly for those seeking positions in urban areas where healthcare facilities are more concentrated.
Utah Sterile Processing Technician Salary Range
Overall salary range in Utah: $25,753 (lowest entry-level) to $75,478 (highest top earner)
Utah vs National Average
Utah sterile processing technicians earn 4.29% less than the national median ($-2,049/year difference).
Utah Sterile Processing Technician Salary Distribution (2026)
Sterile Processing Technician salaries in Utah range from $33,705 (entry-level, 10th percentile) to $65,413 (top earners, 90th percentile), with a median of $45,675. The Utah median is $2,049 below the US national median of $47,724. The average hourly rate is $21.96/hr. Approximately 619 sterile processing technicians are employed across 41 cities.
2019 BLS Actual
$36,743
2025 BLS Actual
$43,825
2026 Current Est.
$45,675
2019–2027 Growth
+29.6%
Salary Trajectory for Sterile Processing Technicians in Utah (2019–2027)
2019–2025: actual BLS OEWS data for this metro area. 2026+: CAGR 4.22% projection.
| Year | Annual Salary | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $36,743 | Actual |
| 2020 | $36,353 | Actual |
| 2021 | $38,141 | Actual |
| 2022 | $40,532 | Actual |
| 2023 | $44,219 | Actual |
| 2024 | $43,694 | Actual |
| 2025 | $43,825 | Actual |
| 2026(current) | $45,675 | Estimated |
| 2027 | $47,602 | Projected |
Based on 7 years of BLS OEWS data for the Utah metropolitan area, the median sterile processing technician salary grew 19.3% from $36,743 (2019) to $43,825 (2025). At a 4.22% compound annual growth rate, salaries are projected to reach $47,602 by 2027 — a total increase of $10,859 (29.55%) from 2019.
Note: Historical values (2019–2025) are actual BLS OEWS figures for the Utah metropolitan area, sourced from annual Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics surveys. 2026–2026 figures are current estimates, and 2027 values are projections, calculated using a 4.22% CAGR derived from 7-year BLS historical data. Actual salaries may vary based on employer, experience, certifications, and local market conditions.
Top 5 Highest Paying Cities in Utah
Lowest Paying Cities in Utah
| City | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| Clinton | $41,561 |
| North Ogden | $41,766 |
| Park City | $41,885 |
| Payson | $42,209 |
| Highland | $42,298 |
Best Value Cities for Sterile Processing Technicians in Utah
When adjusted for local cost of living, these Utah cities offer the most purchasing power for sterile processing technicians.
| City | Nominal Salary | CoL Index | Adjusted Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provo | $48,005 | 98.232 | $48,869 |
| Ogden | $48,635 | 100.349 | $48,466 |
| Orem | $47,499 | 98.1 | $48,419 |
| Lehi | $47,050 | 98.1 | $47,961 |
| West Jordan | $45,665 | 98.1 | $46,549 |
Adjusted salary = nominal salary × (100 / CoL index). CoL index: 100 = national average. Lower index = lower cost of living.
Salary by Experience Level in Utah
| Experience Level | Estimated Annual |
|---|---|
| Entry Level (0-2 years) | $33,705 |
| Mid Career (3-7 years) | $45,675 |
| Experienced (7+ years) | $65,413 |
Estimates based on BLS percentile data averaged across Utah metro areas. Individual pay varies by employer, certifications, and specialization.
All 41 Cities in Utah
| # | City | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ogden | $48,635 |
| 2 | Provo | $48,005 |
| 3 | Orem | $47,499 |
| 4 | Lehi | $47,050 |
| 5 | West Jordan | $45,665 |
| 6 | West Valley City | $45,592 |
| 7 | Sandy | $45,501 |
| 8 | South Jordan | $45,241 |
| 9 | Draper | $44,828 |
| 10 | Salt Lake City | $44,750 |
| 11 | Layton | $44,682 |
| 12 | Murray | $44,682 |
| 13 | Holladay | $44,508 |
| 14 | Spanish Fork | $44,502 |
| 15 | American Fork | $44,407 |
| 16 | Saratoga Springs | $44,358 |
| 17 | Cedar City | $44,345 |
| 18 | Cottonwood Heights | $44,194 |
| 19 | Midvale | $44,194 |
| 20 | Roy | $44,177 |
| 21 | Tooele | $44,146 |
| 22 | Herriman | $44,131 |
| 23 | St. George | $43,913 |
| 24 | Taylorsville | $43,807 |
| 25 | Kaysville | $43,741 |
| 26 | Syracuse | $43,675 |
| 27 | Washington | $43,661 |
| 28 | Logan | $43,556 |
| 29 | Millcreek | $43,415 |
| 30 | Bountiful | $43,135 |
| 31 | Clearfield | $42,932 |
| 32 | Pleasant Grove | $42,904 |
| 33 | Springville | $42,640 |
| 34 | Eagle Mountain | $42,622 |
| 35 | Riverton | $42,576 |
| 36 | Vineyard | $42,507 |
| 37 | Highland | $42,298 |
| 38 | Payson | $42,209 |
| 39 | Park City | $41,885 |
| 40 | North Ogden | $41,766 |
| 41 | Clinton | $41,561 |
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Written by Amina Patel, CCSVP
Career Analyst
Amina has 8 years of experience in sterile processing. She specialized in instrument sterilization techniques in a large hospital. Amina analyzes career trends for sterile processing technicians.
Methodology & Data Source
Statewide salary figures on this page are 2026 projections based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, May 2026 release. A 4.22% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), derived from 6-year national BLS wage trends, was applied to each metro area's reported salary to estimate current 2026 sterile processing technician compensation across Utah. State averages are employment-weighted across 41 metro areas — larger metro areas with more sterile processing technicianscontribute proportionally more to the average, producing figures that better reflect typical compensation. Individual pay varies by city, employer, certifications, and experience.
Data Sources & Methodology
Source: BLS, OEWS, 7-year dataset (–). Per-city data from annual BLS metropolitan area surveys.
2026 figures are projected from 2025 BLS data using a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.22%, derived from historical BLS wage trends for sterile processing technicians (SOC 31-9093).
Compiled and verified by Amina Patel, CCSVP, a licensed sterile processing technician with 10+ years of clinical experience. · View source data at BLS.gov