Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Orlando, FL
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Orlando area earn a median of $23.25 per hour, about $48,360 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $18.41 and $33.35. That ranks 147th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 159th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 8 hospitals in Orlando. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Orlando.
- $23.25median pay per hour, Orlando
- $18–$33typical range per hour
- 390employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Orlando, FL
The metro median is 6% below the Florida statewide median of $24.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 390 medical equipment repairers employed in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.70).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.77 | $36,960 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.41 | $38,290 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Median | $23.25 | $48,360 | 23% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.35 | $69,370 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.45 | $90,380 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Orlando ranks
- 147th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 159th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th 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 Orlando
- Overall prices in Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford run 1% above the U.S. average (index 101.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 23% above the U.S. average (index 123.4).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $23.25 median hour buys what $22.92 buys at the national price level, 24% 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: $41,850
- Per month: $3,488
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Orlando
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Orlando.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Va Medical Center Orlando, FL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Orlando, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Adventhealth Orlando Orlando, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Ucf Lake Nona Hospital Orlando, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Nemours Childrens Hospital, Florida Orlando, FL | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Aspire Health Partners Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Central Florida Behavioral Hospital Orlando, FL | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| University Behavioral Center Orlando, FL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Cloud, FL | 12 mi | $23.25/hr | 71,036 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 12 mi | $23.25/hr | 84,756 |
| Deltona, FL | 34 mi | $22.50/hr | 100,513 |
| Winter Haven, FL | 38 mi | $25.95/hr | 59,975 |
| Melbourne, FL | 42 mi | $25.15/hr | 87,561 |
| Palm Bay, FL | 48 mi | $25.15/hr | 142,023 |
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 Orlando
Orlando city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Orlando, FL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metro area have a median pay of $23.25 per hour, about $48,360 a year. The middle half earn between $18.41 and $33.35 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Orlando a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford ranks 159th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 147th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Orlando?
CMS lists 8 hospitals in Orlando, led by Orlando Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Orlando 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 Orlando?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Orlando and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Orlando.
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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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