Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Mobile, AL
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Mobile area earn a median of $27.94 per hour, about $58,120 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.17 and $33.04. That ranks 109th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 55th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Mobile. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Mobile.
- $27.94median pay per hour, Mobile
- $22–$33typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Mobile, AL
The metro median is 11% above the Alabama statewide median of $25.27 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 90 medical equipment repairers employed in the Mobile metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.35).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.34 | $40,230 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.17 | $46,110 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $27.94 | $58,120 | 7% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.04 | $68,720 | 10% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.84 | $80,790 | 29% above U.S. median |
How Mobile ranks
- 109th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 55th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 Mobile
- Overall prices in Mobile run 12% below the U.S. average (index 88.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 40% below the U.S. average (index 60.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $27.94 median hour buys what $31.71 buys at the national price level, 5% above 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: $50,292
- Per month: $4,191
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Mobile metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Mobile
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springhill Medical Center Mobile, AL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health Hca Providence Hospital, Llc Mobile, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mobile Infirmary Medical Center Mobile, AL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health University Hospital Mobile, AL | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Usa Health Children's & Women's Hospital Mobile, AL | Children's | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| Baypointe Behavioral Health Mobile, AL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FL | 57 mi | $27.35/hr | 53,898 |
| Gulfport, MS | 60 mi | $23.75/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 117 mi | $36.74/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 136 mi | $36.74/hr | 64,650 |
| Montgomery, AL | 159 mi | $25.03/hr | 195,818 |
| Dothan, AL | 165 mi | $25.27/hr | 71,650 |
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 Mobile
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Mobile, AL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Mobile metro area have a median pay of $27.94 per hour, about $58,120 a year. The middle half earn between $22.17 and $33.04 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Mobile a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Mobile ranks 55th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 109th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Mobile?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Mobile, led by Springhill Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Alabama license to work in Mobile 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 Mobile?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Mobile and across Alabama. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Mobile.
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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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