Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in Central Oregon

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

Median annual salary $39,450 -15.1% vs national
Median hourly $18.96
10th percentile $37,700
90th percentile $59,180
Employed locally 60
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,700
    25th
    $39,010
    50th (median)
    $39,450
    75th
    $46,600
    90th
    $59,180

    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 Oregon

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $39,020
    Nursing Assistants $45,240
    Medical Assistants $46,760
    Dental Assistants $46,860
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $45,500
    Phlebotomists $43,020

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Central Oregon is $18.96, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in Central Oregon is 15.1% 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 Oregon?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $37,700 per year in Central Oregon. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,010.