Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Honolulu, HI
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Honolulu area is $35.50 per hour ($73,830 a year), with the typical range running from $26.66 to $48.52. That ranks 25th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 44th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Honolulu.
- $35.50median pay per hour, Urban Honolulu
- $27–$49typical range per hour
- 130employed in the metro area
- 111cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Honolulu, HI
The metro median is 3% below the Hawaii statewide median of $36.51 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 130 medical equipment repairers employed in the Urban Honolulu metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.76).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.72 | $36,860 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $26.66 | $55,450 | 11% below U.S. median |
| Median | $35.50 | $73,830 | 18% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $48.52 | $100,920 | 61% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.88 | $105,830 | 69% above U.S. median |
How Honolulu ranks
- 25th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 44th 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 Honolulu
- Overall prices in Urban Honolulu run 11% above the U.S. average (index 111.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 36% above the U.S. average (index 135.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $35.50 median hour buys what $31.99 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: $63,900
- Per month: $5,325
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Urban Honolulu metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Honolulu
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Foundation Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Kuakini Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Straub Clinic And Hospital Honolulu, HI | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The Queens Medical Center Honolulu, HI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Shriners Hospital For Children Honolulu, HI | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Tripler Amc (Ft Shafter) Honolulu, HI | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Hawaii
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
Hawaii taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Honolulu
Honolulu city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Honolulu, HI?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Urban Honolulu metro area have a median pay of $35.50 per hour, about $73,830 a year. The middle half earn between $26.66 and $48.52 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Honolulu a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Urban Honolulu ranks 44th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 25th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Honolulu?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Honolulu, led by Kaiser Foundation Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Hawaii license to work in Honolulu as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Hawaii requires for your role with the Hawaii 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 Honolulu?
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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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