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Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care · Chicago, IL
$22.88–$36.20/ hour
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Rockford, IL
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Rockford area is $25.47 per hour ($52,970 a year), with the typical range running from $18.99 to $33.44. That ranks 126th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 117th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Rockford. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Rockford.
- $25.47median pay per hour, Rockford
- $19–$33typical range per hour
- 70employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Rockford, IL
The metro median is 15% below the Illinois statewide median of $29.89 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 70 medical equipment repairers employed in the Rockford metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.22).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.73 | $38,960 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.99 | $39,500 | 37% below U.S. median |
| Median | $25.47 | $52,970 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.44 | $69,560 | 11% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $40.71 | $84,680 | 35% above U.S. median |
How Rockford ranks
- 126th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 117th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Rockford
- Overall prices in Rockford run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 30% below the U.S. average (index 70.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $25.47 median hour buys what $27.64 buys at the national price level, 8% 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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Estimated weekly gross$917
- Per year: $45,846
- Per month: $3,820
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Rockford metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Mercy · Illinois
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Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care · Normal, IL
$20.00–$32.00/ hour
Hospitals in Rockford
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rockford.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Javon Bea Hospital Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Uw Health Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Anthony Medical Center Rockford, IL | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville, WI | 30 mi | $29.48/hr | 66,428 |
| Elgin, IL | 41 mi | $32.79/hr | 114,701 |
| Hoffman Estates, IL | 49 mi | $32.79/hr | 50,920 |
| Aurora, IL | 52 mi | $32.79/hr | 180,710 |
| Schaumburg, IL | 53 mi | $32.79/hr | 77,099 |
| Palatine, IL | 53 mi | $32.79/hr | 65,951 |
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 Rockford, IL?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Rockford metro area have a median pay of $25.47 per hour, about $52,970 a year. The middle half earn between $18.99 and $33.44 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Rockford a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Rockford ranks 117th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 126th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Rockford?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Rockford, led by Javon Bea Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Illinois license to work in Rockford 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.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- Varian Medical Systems, Inc.Schiller Park, IL · 1 wage offer$45.98/ hr$46–$46
- Fresenius Medical CareChicago, IL · 2 postings$27.77/ hr$20–$36
- 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$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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