Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Washington, DC
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Washington area is $34.76 per hour ($72,310 a year), with the typical range running from $25.96 to $42.88. That ranks 31st of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 45th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 10 hospitals in Washington. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Washington.
- $34.76median pay per hour, Washington
- $26–$43typical range per hour
- 770employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Washington, DC
The metro median is 25% above the District of Columbia statewide median of $27.84 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 770 medical equipment repairers employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.63).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.20 | $46,180 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.96 | $54,000 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $34.76 | $72,310 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.88 | $89,190 | 42% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.22 | $106,540 | 70% above U.S. median |
How Washington ranks
- 31st of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 45th 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 Washington
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $34.76 median hour buys what $31.92 buys at the national price level, 6% 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: $62,568
- Per month: $5,214
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Washington
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| United Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Washington Dc Va Medical Center Washington, DC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| George Washington Univ Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Howard University Hospital Corp Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | No |
| Children's National Hospital Washington, DC | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Psychiatric Institute Of Washington Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Elizabeths Hospital Washington, DC | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria, VA | 7 mi | $34.76/hr | 159,102 |
| Rockville, MD | 14 mi | $34.76/hr | 68,417 |
| Baltimore, MD | 35 mi | $34.91/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 87 mi | $28.34/hr | 58,441 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 95 mi | $29.61/hr | 50,649 |
| Wilmington, DE | 98 mi | $30.64/hr | 73,176 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in District of Columbia · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in District of Columbia
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
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Washington, DC?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $34.76 per hour, about $72,310 a year. The middle half earn between $25.96 and $42.88 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Washington a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 45th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 31st of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Washington?
CMS lists 10 hospitals in Washington, led by Sibley Memorial Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a District of Columbia license to work in Washington as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what District of Columbia requires for your role with the District of Columbia 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 Washington?
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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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