Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Birmingham, AL
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Birmingham area is $22.52 per hour ($46,830 a year), with the typical range running from $17.85 to $31.31. That ranks 157th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 146th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Birmingham.
- $22.52median pay per hour, Birmingham
- $18–$31typical range per hour
- 320employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Birmingham, AL
The metro median is 11% below the Alabama statewide median of $25.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 320 medical equipment repairers employed in the Birmingham metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.54).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.39 | $34,090 | 46% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.85 | $37,130 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Median | $22.52 | $46,830 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.31 | $65,120 | 4% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.48 | $84,200 | 34% above U.S. median |
How Birmingham ranks
- 157th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 146th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 4 Alabama metro areas
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024, Medical Equipment Repairers (SOC 49-9062), all industries. This is what employers report paying, not an offer for a specific role.
What your pay buys in Birmingham
- Overall prices in Birmingham run 8% below the U.S. average (index 91.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $22.52 median hour buys what $24.57 buys at the national price level, 18% below the national median.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities by metropolitan area, 2024. Prices are for the metro area, not for a single neighborhood.
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- Per year: $40,536
- Per month: $3,378
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Birmingham metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Birmingham
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Va Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Grandview Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Princeton Baptist Medical Center Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St Vincent's Birmingham Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| St. Vincent's East Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Alabama Hospital Birmingham, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Hospital Of Alabama Birmingham, AL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Hill Crest Behavioral Health Services Birmingham, AL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in nearby cities
| City | Distance | Median pay | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover, AL | 11 mi | $22.52/hr | 93,013 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 47 mi | $25.27/hr | 114,288 |
| Decatur, AL | 73 mi | $25.27/hr | 57,974 |
| Huntsville, AL | 81 mi | $27.92/hr | 230,402 |
| Madison, AL | 82 mi | $27.92/hr | 64,029 |
| Montgomery, AL | 87 mi | $25.03/hr | 195,818 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Alabama · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Alabama
Biomedical technicians install, maintain and repair clinical equipment such as monitors, pumps and imaging devices.
- Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology
- CBET or similar certification is a plus
- Preventive maintenance and safety testing experience
Alabama taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Birmingham
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Birmingham, AL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Birmingham metro area have a median pay of $22.52 per hour, about $46,830 a year. The middle half earn between $17.85 and $31.31 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Birmingham a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Birmingham ranks 146th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 157th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Birmingham?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Birmingham, led by Birmingham Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Birmingham as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Alabama requires for your role with the Alabama licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
Does Valorem Health place biomedical equipment technicians in Birmingham?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Birmingham and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Birmingham.
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- CommonSpirit HealthDURANGO, CO · 3 postings$44.40/ hr$36–$63
- University of Maryland Medical SystemLinthicum Heights, MD · 4 postings$36.31/ hr$27–$58
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 4 postings$31.99/ hr$26–$38
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