Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Palm Bay, FL
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Palm Bay area earn a median of $25.15 per hour, about $52,310 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $20.90 and $30.68. That ranks 131st of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 140th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Palm Bay.
- $25.15median pay per hour, Palm Bay
- $21–$31typical range per hour
- 30employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Palm Bay, FL
The metro median is 2% above the Florida statewide median of $24.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 30 medical equipment repairers employed in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.34).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.08 | $35,530 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.90 | $43,470 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.15 | $52,310 | 16% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $30.68 | $63,810 | 2% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.97 | $89,380 | 43% above U.S. median |
How Palm Bay ranks
- 131st of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 140th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Palm Bay
- Overall prices in Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 111.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.15 median hour buys what $25.15 buys at the national price level, 16% 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: $45,270
- Per month: $3,772
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Palm Bay
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay Hospital Palm Bay, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne, FL | 11 mi | $25.15/hr | 87,561 |
| Fort Pierce, FL | 42 mi | $24.75/hr | 50,805 |
| St. Cloud, FL | 42 mi | $23.25/hr | 71,036 |
| Orlando, FL | 48 mi | $23.25/hr | 334,854 |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 50 mi | $24.75/hr | 258,575 |
| Kissimmee, FL | 52 mi | $23.25/hr | 84,756 |
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.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Palm Bay, FL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville metro area have a median pay of $25.15 per hour, about $52,310 a year. The middle half earn between $20.90 and $30.68 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Palm Bay a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville ranks 140th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 131st of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Palm Bay?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Palm Bay, led by Palm Bay Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in Palm Bay 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 Palm Bay?
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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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