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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in St. Petersburg, FL
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the St. Petersburg area earn a median of $24.21 per hour, about $50,360 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.04 and $34.66. That ranks 137th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 155th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg. The free report below lists employers near St. Petersburg and what they pay.
- $24.21median pay per hour, Tampa
- $19–$35typical range per hour
- 380employed in the metro area
- 101cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in St. Petersburg, FL
The metro median is 2% below the Florida statewide median of $24.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 380 medical equipment repairers employed in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.97 | $37,380 | 40% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.04 | $39,600 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Median | $24.21 | $50,360 | 20% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $34.66 | $72,090 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $46.42 | $96,550 | 54% above U.S. median |
How St. Petersburg ranks
- 137th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 155th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 7th 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.
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- Overall prices in Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater run 1% above the U.S. average (index 100.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 26% above the U.S. average (index 125.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $24.21 median hour buys what $24.00 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.
Estimate your St. Petersburg paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$872
- Per year: $43,578
- Per month: $3,632
- Florida has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in St. Petersburg
CMS lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthonys Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida St Petersburg Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Northside Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Florida Pasadena Hospital A Part Of Hca Florid Saint Petersburg, FL | Acute care | For-profit | Not rated | Yes |
| Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital Saint Petersburg, FL | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pinellas Park, FL | 8 mi | $24.21/hr | 53,503 |
| Largo, FL | 13 mi | $24.21/hr | 82,337 |
| Bradenton, FL | 19 mi | $20.11/hr | 58,184 |
| Sarasota, FL | 30 mi | $20.11/hr | 57,764 |
| Lakeland, FL | 47 mi | $25.95/hr | 124,990 |
| North Port, FL | 56 mi | $20.11/hr | 92,875 |
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 St. Petersburg, FL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area have a median pay of $24.21 per hour, about $50,360 a year. The middle half earn between $19.04 and $34.66 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Petersburg a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater ranks 155th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 137th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in St. Petersburg?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in St. Petersburg, led by St Anthonys Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Florida license to work in St. Petersburg 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 St. Petersburg?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in St. Petersburg and across Florida. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near St. Petersburg.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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Low$26Median$38.45High$53
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