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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Chicago, IL
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Chicago area earn a median of $32.79 per hour, about $68,200 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $23.36 and $39.29. That ranks 35th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 57th of 176 once local prices are factored in. 1 open role with published pay is listed for Chicago. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Chicago.
- $32.79median pay per hour, Chicago
- $23–$39typical range per hour
- 2,310employed in the metro area
- 1open roles with published pay
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The metro median is 10% above the Illinois statewide median of $29.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 2,310 medical equipment repairers employed in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.31).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.10 | $39,730 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.36 | $48,590 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Median | $32.79 | $68,200 | 9% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.29 | $81,720 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $48.88 | $101,670 | 62% above U.S. median |
How Chicago ranks
- 35th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 57th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 3 Illinois 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 Chicago
- Overall prices in Chicago-Naperville-Elgin run 4% above the U.S. average (index 103.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 12% above the U.S. average (index 112.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $32.79 median hour buys what $31.65 buys at the national price level, 5% 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.
Estimate your Chicago paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,180
- Per year: $59,022
- Per month: $4,918
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Chicago
CMS lists 33 hospitals in Chicago.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Memorial Hospital Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Rush University Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Jesse Brown Va Medical Center - Va Chicago Healthcare System Chicago, IL | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Presence Saint Joseph Hospital - Chicago Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| The University Of Chicago Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Illinois Hospital And Clinics Chicago, IL | Acute care | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Amita Health Resurrection Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Swedish Hospital Chicago, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cicero, IL | 4 mi | $32.79/hr | 82,090 |
| Berwyn, IL | 5 mi | $32.79/hr | 55,152 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Illinois · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Illinois
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
Illinois 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 Chicago, IL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin metro area have a median pay of $32.79 per hour, about $68,200 a year. The middle half earn between $23.36 and $39.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Chicago a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin ranks 57th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 35th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% above the U.S. average.
Who is hiring biomedical equipment technicians in Chicago?
We list 1 open role with published pay from 1 employer in Chicago. Your free report adds named employers and pay near Chicago.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Chicago as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Illinois requires for your role with the Illinois 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 Chicago?
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Fresenius Medical CareChicago, IL · 2 postings$27.77/ hr$20–$36
- Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Schiller Park, IL · 1 wage offer$45.98/ hr$46–$46
- 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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2What they are offering now
Low$20Median$29.54High$38
3 Biomed Tech postings with published pay in Illinois, 3 of them posted in the last 30 days. Month-by-month history by employer comes with your full report.
3Open now: 3 Biomed Tech roles
- Biomedical TechnicianPermanent$22.88–$36.20/ hour
- Biomedical Equipment TechnicianPermanent$25.60–$38.40/ hour
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