Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Madison, AL
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Madison area centers on $27.92 per hour, or about $58,070 a year. The lower quarter earns under $25.27 and the upper quarter over $31.74. That ranks 110th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 86th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in the Madison metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Madison.
- $27.92median pay per hour, Huntsville
- $25–$32typical range per hour
- 30employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Madison, AL
The metro median is 10% above the Alabama statewide median of $25.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 30 medical equipment repairers employed in the Huntsville metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.32).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.45 | $34,220 | 45% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.27 | $52,560 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.92 | $58,070 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.74 | $66,020 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.01 | $83,220 | 33% above U.S. median |
How Madison ranks
- 110th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 86th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd 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 Madison
- Overall prices in Huntsville run 7% below the U.S. average (index 93.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.92 median hour buys what $30.00 buys at the national price level, in line with 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: $50,256
- Per month: $4,188
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Huntsville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in the Huntsville area
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Huntsville area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood Medical Center Huntsville, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Huntsville Hospital Huntsville, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Athens Limestone Hospital Athens, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Unity Psychiatric Care - Huntsville Huntsville, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville, AL | 5 mi | $27.92/hr | 230,402 |
| Decatur, AL | 16 mi | $25.27/hr | 57,974 |
| Spring Hill, TN | 72 mi | $30.19/hr | 59,398 |
| Murfreesboro, TN | 81 mi | $30.19/hr | 168,387 |
| Birmingham, AL | 82 mi | $22.52/hr | 196,357 |
| Franklin, TN | 83 mi | $30.19/hr | 89,142 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Madison, AL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Huntsville metro area have a median pay of $27.92 per hour, about $58,070 a year. The middle half earn between $25.27 and $31.74 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Madison a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Huntsville ranks 86th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 110th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Madison?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in the Huntsville area, led by Crestwood Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Madison 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 Madison?
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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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