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BioMed Tech I
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in San Diego, CA
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the San Diego area centers on $34.27 per hour, or about $71,290 a year. The lower quarter earns under $26.80 and the upper quarter over $44.67. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in San Diego. That ranks 32nd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 75th of 176 once local prices are factored in. Tell us your role and we email current openings near San Diego.
- $34.27median pay per hour, San Diego
- $27–$45typical range per hour
- 470employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay in the metro area
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The metro median is 3% below the California statewide median of $35.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 470 medical equipment repairers employed in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.77).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.49 | $48,860 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.80 | $55,740 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $34.27 | $71,290 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $44.67 | $92,910 | 48% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $53.54 | $111,360 | 78% above U.S. median |
How San Diego ranks
- 32nd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 75th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th 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 San Diego
- Overall prices in San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad run 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 79% above the U.S. average (index 179.3).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $34.27 median hour buys what $30.63 buys at the national price level, 2% 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.
Estimate your San Diego paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,234
- Per year: $61,686
- Per month: $5,140
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in San Diego
CMS lists 9 hospitals in San Diego.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uc San Diego Health Hillcrest - Hillcrest Med Ctr San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Va San Diego Healthcare System San Diego, CA | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Diego San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Sharp Memorial Hospital San Diego, CA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Nmc San Diego San Diego, CA | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| Rady Children's Hospital - San Diego San Diego, CA | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Aurora San Diego San Diego, CA | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Sharp Mesa Vista Hospital San Diego, CA | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Mesa, CA | 7 mi | $34.27/hr | 60,767 |
| Santee, CA | 9 mi | $34.27/hr | 59,104 |
| Temecula, CA | 47 mi | $32.69/hr | 112,431 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in San Diego, CA?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad metro area have a median pay of $34.27 per hour, about $71,290 a year. The middle half earn between $26.80 and $44.67 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is San Diego a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad ranks 75th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 32nd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring biomedical equipment technicians in San Diego?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in the San Diego-Chula Vista-Carlsbad area. Your free report adds named employers and pay near San Diego.
Do I need a California license to work in San Diego 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 San Diego?
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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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2What they are offering now
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.
3Open now: 2 Biomed Tech roles
- Biomedical Technician IlPermanent$31.38–$47.07/ hour
- BioMed Tech IPermanent$23.00–$33.31/ hour
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