Medical Equipment Preparers pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for medical equipment preparers is $20.91 an hour ($43,480 a year). About 1,970 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($47,700). Missouri ranks 40th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical equipment preparers in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.59 | $34,510 |
| 25% of workers | $18.13 | $37,720 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.91 | $43,480 |
| 75% of workers | $23.13 | $48,110 |
| 90% of workers | $28.09 | $58,420 |
Medical Equipment Preparers pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | $46,340 | 160 |
| Kansas City | $46,190 | 800 |
| St. Louis | $45,880 | 890 |
| Joplin | $44,890 | 40 |
| Springfield | $38,130 | 190 |
| Cape Girardeau | $36,970 | 70 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for medical equipment preparers
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Moderate-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +10.8% over ten years, much faster than average · about 10,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | $39,940 |
| Surgical Technologists | $61,120 |
| Phlebotomists | $43,120 |
| Medical Equipment Repairers | $57,340 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $73,680 |
| Surgical Assistants | $49,400 |
| Medical Assistants | $40,440 |
| Dental Assistants | $45,970 |
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