Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $37,960 -18.3% vs national
Median hourly $18.25
10th percentile $36,650
90th percentile $56,790
Employed locally 90
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,650
    25th
    $37,460
    50th (median)
    $37,960
    75th
    $45,450
    90th
    $56,790

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides $28,150
    Nursing Assistants $37,690
    Medical Assistants $39,510
    Dental Assistants $46,100
    Physical Therapist Assistants $61,870
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $34,920

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Central Pennsylvania is $18.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.23 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in Central Pennsylvania is 18.3% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $36,650 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,460.