PermanentPosted 7 days ago
Biomedical Technician Il
Kaweah Delta Health Care District · Visalia, CA
$31.38–$47.07/ hour
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Hawthorne, CA
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Hawthorne area centers on $32.08 per hour, or about $66,720 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.53 and the upper quarter over $40.02. That ranks 41st of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 112th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 85 hospitals in the Hawthorne metro area. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Hawthorne.
- $32.08median pay per hour, Los Angeles
- $25–$40typical range per hour
- 2,090employed in the metro area
- 114cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Hawthorne, CA
The metro median is 10% below the California statewide median of $35.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 2,090 medical equipment repairers employed in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.85).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.39 | $46,570 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.53 | $51,020 | 19% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.08 | $66,720 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $40.02 | $83,240 | 33% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.15 | $106,390 | 70% above U.S. median |
How Hawthorne ranks
- 41st of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 112th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 11th of 15 California 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 Hawthorne
- Overall prices in Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim run 14% above the U.S. average (index 113.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 70% above the U.S. average (index 170.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.08 median hour buys what $28.25 buys at the national price level, 6% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,155
- Per year: $57,744
- Per month: $4,812
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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BioMed Tech I
Central Maine Healthcare Corporation · National City, CA
$23.00–$33.31/ hour
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Hospitals in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area
CMS lists 85 hospitals in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Los Angeles, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian Newport Beach, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - Los Angeles Los Angeles, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Keck Hospital Of Usc Los Angeles, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Providence Little Company Of Mary Med Ctr Torrance Torrance, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Santa Monica - Ucla Med Ctr & Orthopaedic Hospital Santa Monica, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Mary Medical Center Long Beach, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Torrance Memorial Medical Center Torrance, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ahmc Anaheim Regional Medical Center Anaheim, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gardena, CA | 3 mi | $32.08/hr | 58,921 |
| Inglewood, CA | 3 mi | $32.08/hr | 102,774 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in California · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in California
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
California taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Hawthorne
Hawthorne city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Hawthorne, CA?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim metro area have a median pay of $32.08 per hour, about $66,720 a year. The middle half earn between $24.53 and $40.02 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Hawthorne a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim ranks 112th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 41st of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Hawthorne?
CMS lists 85 hospitals in the Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim area, led by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a California license to work in Hawthorne as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what California requires for your role with the California 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 Hawthorne?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Palo Alto, CA · 2 wage offers$59.14/ hr$56–$62
- L.A. Biomedical, Inc.Glendale, CA · 1 wage offer$33.52/ hr$34–$34
- CommonSpirit HealthDURANGO, CO · 3 postings$44.40/ hr$36–$63
- University of Maryland Medical SystemLinthicum Heights, MD · 4 postings$36.31/ hr$27–$58
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Low$34Median$56.38High$62
3 employer-reported wage offers for Biomed Tech in federal filings in California, July 2025 – June 2026. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
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- Biomedical Technician IlPermanent$31.38–$47.07/ hour
- BioMed Tech IPermanent$23.00–$33.31/ hour
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