How much does a medical equipment preparer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for medical equipment preparers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $24.33 an hour or $4,217 a month.
- Hourly
- $24.33
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 33 of 245
- Jobs in the area
- 1,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $39,110 | $18.80 | |
| 25th | $46,840 | $22.52 | |
| Median | $50,600 | $24.33 | |
| 75th | $61,280 | $29.46 | |
| 90th | $76,890 | $36.97 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for medical equipment preparers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | $88,250 |
| Physical Therapist Assistant | $78,790 |
| Massage Therapist | $65,220 |
| Healthcare Support Worker | $55,770 |
| Phlebotomist | $49,030 |
| Dental Assistant | $47,540 |
| Medical Assistant | $46,640 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | $45,840 |
| Nursing Assistant | $45,730 |
| Veterinary Assistant and Laboratory Animal Caretaker | $45,320 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical equipment preparer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $24.33 ($50,600 a year).
Do medical equipment preparers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $50,600 against $47,700 nationally, 6% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $48,670, so Washington pays 4% more.
Where does Washington rank for medical equipment preparer pay?
33 of 245 metro areas with data.
How much does a medical equipment preparer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $39,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $76,890 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.