Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in Central Missouri

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Missouri nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,680 -21.1% vs national
Median hourly $17.64
10th percentile $31,410
90th percentile $47,450
Employed locally 60
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,410
    25th
    $33,330
    50th (median)
    $36,680
    75th
    $37,170
    90th
    $47,450

    Top-paying metros for Medical Equipment Preparers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Vallejo, CA $82,070
    San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA $81,540
    Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA $79,820
    Napa, CA $78,760
    San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA $78,530
    Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA $76,570

    Related occupations in Central Missouri

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $36,610
    Nursing Assistants $35,420
    Medical Assistants $37,230
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $36,890
    Dental Assistants $39,030
    Physical Therapist Assistants $60,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Equipment Preparers make per hour in Central Missouri?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Central Missouri is $17.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.33 or more per hour.

    Is Central Missouri above or below average for Medical Equipment Preparers salaries?

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in Central Missouri is 21.1% below the national median of $46,490. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Medical Equipment Preparers in Central Missouri?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $31,410 per year in Central Missouri. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,330.