Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,140 -28.7% vs national
Median hourly $15.94
10th percentile $27,230
90th percentile $47,720
Employed locally 60
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,230
    25th
    $27,230
    50th (median)
    $33,140
    75th
    $37,300
    90th
    $47,720

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$30,810
    Nursing Assistants$37,490
    Medical Assistants$37,190
    Physical Therapist Aides$25,500
    Dental Assistants$44,950
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$35,280

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Equipment Preparers make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Southern Michigan is $15.94, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $24.03 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Medical Equipment Preparers salaries?

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in Southern Michigan is 28.7% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $27,230 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,230.