How much does a medical equipment preparer make in Providence?
$48,930a year
Median yearly pay for medical equipment preparers in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area. That is $23.52 an hour or $4,078 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.52
- Vs. national median
- +3%
- Rank among cities
- 49 of 245
- Jobs in the area
- 340
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $39,600Median: $48,930Highest 10%: $62,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,600 | $19.04 | |
| 25th | $45,390 | $21.82 | |
| Median | $48,930 | $23.52 | |
| 75th | $58,630 | $28.19 | |
| 90th | $62,500 | $30.05 |
Other cities in Rhode Island
Median yearly pay for medical equipment preparers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Providence
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $72,150 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $67,300 |
| Massage Therapist | $60,420 |
| Dental Assistant | $49,460 |
| Medical Assistant | $47,020 |
| Phlebotomist | $46,430 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $46,430 |
| Nursing Assistant | $46,330 |
| Psychiatric Aide | $46,010 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $43,190 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical equipment preparer make an hour in Providence?
The median hourly pay in the Providence-Warwick, RI-MA metro area is $23.52 ($48,930 a year).
Do medical equipment preparers make more in Providence than the national average?
Yes: $48,930 against $47,700 nationally, 3% more.
How does Providence compare with the rest of Rhode Island?
The median in Rhode Island is $51,460, so Providence pays 5% less.
Where does Providence rank for medical equipment preparer pay?
49 of 245 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical equipment preparer make starting out in Providence?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,600 or less a year; the top 10% make $62,500 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.