Medical Equipment Preparers Salary in Southwest Maine

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $43,230 -7% vs national
Median hourly $20.78
10th percentile $39,680
90th percentile $52,080
Employed locally 70
National median $46,490

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,680
    25th
    $41,290
    50th (median)
    $43,230
    75th
    $47,780
    90th
    $52,080

    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 Southwest Maine

    OccupationMedian salary
    Home Health and Personal Care Aides$37,000
    Nursing Assistants$45,210
    Medical Assistants$45,560
    Dental Assistants$47,900
    Healthcare Support Workers, All Other$49,140
    Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers$38,660

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Medical Equipment Preparers make per hour in Southwest Maine?

    The median hourly wage for Medical Equipment Preparers in Southwest Maine is $20.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.39 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Maine above or below average for Medical Equipment Preparers salaries?

    The median Medical Equipment Preparers salary in Southwest Maine is 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 Southwest Maine?

    Entry-level Medical Equipment Preparers (10th percentile) earn around $39,680 per year in Southwest Maine. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $41,290.