Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $41,130 -11.5% vs national
Median hourly $19.77
10th percentile $39,190
90th percentile $50,380
Employed locally 70
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,190
    25th
    $41,130
    50th (median)
    $41,130
    75th
    $50,220
    90th
    $50,380

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$35,330
    Nursing Assistants$38,050
    Dental Assistants$44,740
    Medical Assistants$39,100
    Phlebotomists$40,560
    Physical Therapist Assistants$64,460

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in East Central Illinois is $19.77, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.88 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in East Central Illinois is 11.5% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $39,190 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,130.