Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Danbury, CT
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Danbury area centers on $37.42 per hour, or about $77,840 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.62 and the upper quarter over $46.96. That ranks 17th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 18th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Danbury. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Danbury.
- $37.42median pay per hour, Bridgeport
- $29–$47typical range per hour
- 130employed in the metro area
- 107cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Danbury, CT
The metro median is 7% above the Connecticut statewide median of $34.95 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 130 medical equipment repairers employed in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury 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% | $23.86 | $49,630 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.62 | $59,530 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Median | $37.42 | $77,840 | 24% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.96 | $97,680 | 56% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.80 | $107,740 | 72% above U.S. median |
How Danbury ranks
- 17th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 18th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 4 Connecticut 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 Danbury
- Overall prices in Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury run 7% above the U.S. average (index 106.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 50% above the U.S. average (index 150.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $37.42 median hour buys what $35.02 buys at the national price level, 16% 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: $67,356
- Per month: $5,613
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Danbury
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danbury Hospital Danbury, CT | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport, CT | 21 mi | $37.42/hr | 151,599 |
| Stamford, CT | 22 mi | $37.42/hr | 139,134 |
| Waterbury, CT | 25 mi | $28.19/hr | 115,908 |
| New Haven, CT | 29 mi | $35.42/hr | 137,562 |
| White Plains, NY | 30 mi | $32.08/hr | 62,561 |
| New Rochelle, NY | 36 mi | $32.08/hr | 85,512 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Connecticut · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Connecticut
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
Connecticut 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 Danbury, CT?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury metro area have a median pay of $37.42 per hour, about $77,840 a year. The middle half earn between $28.62 and $46.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Danbury a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury ranks 18th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 17th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Danbury?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Danbury, led by Danbury Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Connecticut license to work in Danbury as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Connecticut requires for your role with the Connecticut 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 Danbury?
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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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