Sterile Processing Technician Salary in Tennessee
SPD technicians in Tennessee earn a median of $40,840/year ($19.63/hr), which is -7% below the national median.
Tennessee Pay at a Glance
Median Annual Salary
$40,840
$3,160 vs national ($44,000)
Median Hourly Rate
$19.63
National median: $21.15
Pay Distribution in Tennessee
Pay by Metro Area in Tennessee
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
Tennessee's cost of living index is 91 (national average = 100). When adjusted for local expenses, the effective purchasing power of $40,840 in Tennessee is equivalent to $44,879 in an average-cost area.
Your dollar goes further in Tennessee — the adjusted salary is $4,039 higher than nominal.
Certification Required in Tennessee
Tennessee mandates certification for sterile processing technicians by state law. This means the CRCST (or equivalent CBSPD credential) is required for employment, not just preferred. This mandate tends to raise pay floors as employers must hire certified technicians.
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There are approximately 3,680 sterile processing technicians employed in Tennessee. The Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6% national growth through 2032 for this occupation — faster than average for all occupations.
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