IL · Springfield · Updated October 15, 2026

Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Springfield, IL

Biomedical Equipment Technicians in Illinois earn a median of $29.89 per hour, about $62,180 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $21.76 and $38.90. That is 1% below the U.S. median of $30.11 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Springfield. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Springfield.

Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Springfield, IL

Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 3,280 medical equipment repairers employed in Illinois.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$15.10$31,41050% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$21.76$45,26028% below U.S. median
Median$29.89$62,1801% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$38.90$80,91029% above U.S. median
Top 10%$47.22$98,22057% above U.S. median

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 Springfield

  • Overall prices in Springfield run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.7, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 28% below the U.S. average (index 71.6).

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$1,076
  • Per year: $53,802
  • Per month: $4,484

Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for Illinois. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.

Open Biomedical Equipment Technician roles in Illinois

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PermanentPosted today

Biomedical Technician

Fresenius Medical Care · Chicago, IL

$22.88–$36.20/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req R0263620
New this week
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PermanentPosted 20 days ago

Biomedical Technician

Fresenius Medical Care · Normal, IL

$20.00–$32.00/ hour
  • Full time
  • Req R0262621
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Hospitals in Springfield

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Memorial Medical Center
Springfield, IL
Acute careNonprofit3 of 5Yes
St Johns Hospital
Springfield, IL
Acute careNonprofit2 of 5Yes
Andrew Mcfarland Mental Hlth Ctr
Springfield, IL
PsychiatricGovernment and federalNot ratedNo

Source: CMS Hospital General Information, public data. A directory of hospitals, not a list of our clients.

Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in nearby cities

CityDistanceMedian payPopulation
Decatur, IL38 mi$29.89/hr68,763
Bloomington, IL59 mi$29.89/hr79,232
Normal, IL61 mi$29.89/hr53,304
Peoria, IL66 mi$31.72/hr111,696
Champaign, IL76 mi$29.89/hr91,961
Florissant, MO78 mi$28.37/hr51,290

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 Springfield, IL?

Biomedical Equipment Technicians in Illinois have a median pay of $29.89 per hour, about $62,180 a year. The middle half earn between $21.76 and $38.90 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Springfield?

CMS lists 3 hospitals in Springfield, led by Memorial Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Illinois license to work in Springfield 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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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

  1. Biomedical TechnicianPermanent
    $22.88–$36.20/ hour
    Fresenius Medical Care · Chicago, IL · posted today
  2. Biomedical Equipment TechnicianPermanent
    $25.60–$38.40/ hour
    Mercy · Illinois · posted 10 days ago

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