Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Jacksonville, FL
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Jacksonville area earn a median of $24.01 per hour, about $49,940 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.28 and $31.05. That ranks 138th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 151st of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville. The free report below lists employers near Jacksonville and what they pay.
- $24.01median pay per hour, Jacksonville
- $20–$31typical range per hour
- 190employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Jacksonville, FL
The metro median is 3% below the Florida statewide median of $24.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 190 medical equipment repairers employed in the Jacksonville metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.64).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.06 | $35,480 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.28 | $42,180 | 33% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.01 | $49,940 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $31.05 | $64,580 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.88 | $97,510 | 56% above U.S. median |
How Jacksonville ranks
- 138th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 151st of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 8th of 13 Florida 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 Jacksonville
- Overall prices in Jacksonville run 1% below the U.S. average (index 99.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 10% above the U.S. average (index 109.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.01 median hour buys what $24.13 buys at the national price level, 20% 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: $43,218
- Per month: $3,602
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jacksonville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Jacksonville
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent's Southside Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Baptist Health Medical Center - Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Shands Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ascension St Vincent's Riverside Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Memorial Hospital Jacksonville, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Nh Jacksonville Jacksonville, FL | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| River Point Behavioral Health Jacksonville, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Wekiva Springs Jacksonville, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Coast, FL | 61 mi | $22.50/hr | 106,729 |
| Gainesville, FL | 61 mi | $29.56/hr | 148,720 |
| Ocala, FL | 85 mi | $21.25/hr | 70,251 |
| Daytona Beach, FL | 86 mi | $22.50/hr | 86,015 |
| Port Orange, FL | 93 mi | $22.50/hr | 66,556 |
| Valdosta, GA | 103 mi | $28.42/hr | 55,667 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Florida · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Florida
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
Florida does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
Other healthcare roles in Jacksonville
Jacksonville city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Jacksonville, FL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Jacksonville metro area have a median pay of $24.01 per hour, about $49,940 a year. The middle half earn between $20.28 and $31.05 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jacksonville a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Jacksonville ranks 151st of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 138th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Jacksonville?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Jacksonville, led by Mayo Clinic. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Jacksonville as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Florida requires for your role with the Florida 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 Jacksonville?
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- Medicaloutfitters, IncMiami, FL · 1 wage offer$28.85/ hr$29–$29
- Smart Rx Systems Inc.Lutz, FL · 1 wage offer$21.50/ hr$19–$24
- 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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