AL · Tuscaloosa · Updated October 15, 2026

Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Tuscaloosa, AL

The median biomedical equipment technician pay in Alabama is $25.27 per hour ($52,550 a year), with the typical range running from $19.65 to $33.79. That is 16% below the U.S. median of $30.11 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Tuscaloosa.

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2 more open roles from employers in Tuscaloosa. Each employer’s range arrives with your free pay report.

PermanentPosted 8 days ago

BMET

DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL

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  • FULL_TIME
  • Req 14469
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PermanentPosted 22 days ago

Senior BMET

DCH Health System · Tuscaloosa, AL

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  • FULL_TIME
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Tuscaloosa, AL

Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 760 medical equipment repairers employed in Alabama.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$16.73$34,80044% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$19.65$40,87035% below U.S. median
Median$25.27$52,55016% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$33.79$70,28012% above U.S. median
Top 10%$40.71$84,68035% above U.S. median

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.

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What your pay buys in Tuscaloosa

  • Overall prices in Tuscaloosa run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 42% below the U.S. average (index 58.2).

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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Estimated weekly gross$910
  • Per year: $45,486
  • Per month: $3,790

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Alabama. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Hospitals in Tuscaloosa

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Dch Regional Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
Acute careGovernment and federal2 of 5Yes
Tuscaloosa Va Medical Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federalNot ratedNo
Bryce Hospital
Tuscaloosa, AL
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo
Mary S Harper Geriatric Psychiatry Center
Tuscaloosa, AL
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedYes

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Hoover, AL43 mi$22.52/hr93,013
Birmingham, AL47 mi$22.52/hr196,357
Montgomery, AL95 mi$25.03/hr195,818
Decatur, AL98 mi$25.27/hr57,974
Madison, AL111 mi$27.92/hr64,029
Huntsville, AL112 mi$27.92/hr230,402

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 Tuscaloosa, AL?

Biomedical Equipment Technicians in Alabama have a median pay of $25.27 per hour, about $52,550 a year. The middle half earn between $19.65 and $33.79 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Tuscaloosa?

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Tuscaloosa, led by Dch Regional Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Alabama license to work in Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • 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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Low$26Median$38.45High$53

37 Biomed Tech postings with published pay in the US, 30 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.

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