Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $37,890 -18.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.22
10th percentile $31,280
90th percentile $53,690
Employed locally 40
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,280
    25th
    $36,660
    50th (median)
    $37,890
    75th
    $43,330
    90th
    $53,690

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$31,120
    Nursing Assistants$37,540
    Medical Assistants$38,490
    Dental Assistants$43,680
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$36,200
    Physical Therapist Assistants$61,390

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $18.22, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.22 or more per hour.

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

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 18.5% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $31,280 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,660.