Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Meridian, ID
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Meridian area is $36.75 per hour ($76,440 a year), with the typical range running from $31.90 to $41.08. That ranks 19th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 15th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Meridian. The free report below lists employers near Meridian and what they pay.
- $36.75median pay per hour, Boise City
- $32–$41typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Meridian, ID
The metro median is 4% above the Idaho statewide median of $35.48 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 90 medical equipment repairers employed in the Boise City metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.62).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $27.83 | $57,890 | 8% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.90 | $66,350 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Median | $36.75 | $76,440 | 22% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $41.08 | $85,450 | 36% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $56.62 | $117,770 | 88% above U.S. median |
How Meridian ranks
- 19th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 15th 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 Meridian
- Overall prices in Boise City run 2% below the U.S. average (index 98.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 6% above the U.S. average (index 105.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $36.75 median hour buys what $37.35 buys at the national price level, 24% 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: $66,150
- Per month: $5,512
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Boise City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Meridian
CMS lists 1 hospital in Meridian.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital Meridian, ID | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nampa, ID | 8 mi | $36.75/hr | 117,350 |
| Boise City, ID | 9 mi | $36.75/hr | 237,963 |
| Twin Falls, ID | 122 mi | $35.48/hr | 55,589 |
| Pocatello, ID | 205 mi | $35.48/hr | 58,231 |
| Idaho Falls, ID | 219 mi | $35.48/hr | 69,523 |
| Kennewick, WA | 224 mi | $31.78/hr | 86,728 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Idaho · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Idaho
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
Idaho taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Meridian, ID?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Boise City metro area have a median pay of $36.75 per hour, about $76,440 a year. The middle half earn between $31.90 and $41.08 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Meridian a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Boise City ranks 15th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 19th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Meridian?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Meridian, led by Cottonwood Creek Behavioral Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Idaho license to work in Meridian as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Idaho requires for your role with the Idaho 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 Meridian?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Meridian and across Idaho. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near Meridian.
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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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