Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Wilmington, DE
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Wilmington area earn a median of $30.64 per hour, about $63,740 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $26.82 and $39.82. That ranks 63rd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 88th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington. The free report below lists employers near Wilmington and what they pay.
- $30.64median pay per hour, Philadelphia
- $27–$40typical range per hour
- 910employed in the metro area
- 103cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Wilmington, DE
Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 910 medical equipment repairers employed in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.80).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.01 | $45,780 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.82 | $55,790 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.64 | $63,740 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.82 | $82,830 | 32% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.53 | $107,180 | 71% above U.S. median |
How Wilmington ranks
- 63rd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 88th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
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 Wilmington
- Overall prices in Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington run 3% above the U.S. average (index 102.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% above the U.S. average (index 113.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.64 median hour buys what $29.88 buys at the national price level, 1% 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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- Per year: $55,152
- Per month: $4,596
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Wilmington
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington Va Medical Center Wilmington, DE | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Francis Hospital Wilmington, DE | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nemours Children's Hospital, Delaware Wilmington, DE | Children's | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camden, NJ | 27 mi | $30.64/hr | 71,749 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 28 mi | $30.64/hr | 1,573,916 |
| Vineland, NJ | 34 mi | $34.75/hr | 62,070 |
| Lancaster, PA | 46 mi | $28.34/hr | 58,441 |
| Reading, PA | 47 mi | $30.94/hr | 96,000 |
| Trenton, NJ | 53 mi | $35.83/hr | 91,193 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Delaware · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Delaware
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
Delaware taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Wilmington
Wilmington city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Wilmington, DE?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington metro area have a median pay of $30.64 per hour, about $63,740 a year. The middle half earn between $26.82 and $39.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Wilmington a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington ranks 88th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 63rd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Wilmington?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Wilmington, led by Wilmington Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Delaware license to work in Wilmington as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Delaware requires for your role with the Delaware 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 Wilmington?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Wilmington and across Delaware. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Wilmington.
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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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