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Clinical Engineer
University of Maryland Medical System · Linthicum Heights, MD
$38.67–$58.05/ hour
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Bowie, MD
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Bowie area is $34.76 per hour ($72,310 a year), with the typical range running from $25.96 to $42.88. That ranks 31st of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 45th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 20 hospitals in the Bowie metro area. The free report below lists employers near Bowie and what they pay.
- $34.76median pay per hour, Washington
- $26–$43typical range per hour
- 770employed in the metro area
- 109cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Bowie, MD
The metro median is in line with the Maryland statewide median of $34.91 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 770 medical equipment repairers employed in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.63).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.20 | $46,180 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $25.96 | $54,000 | 14% below U.S. median |
| Median | $34.76 | $72,310 | 15% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $42.88 | $89,190 | 42% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $51.22 | $106,540 | 70% above U.S. median |
How Bowie ranks
- 31st of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 45th 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 Bowie
- Overall prices in Washington-Arlington-Alexandria run 9% above the U.S. average (index 108.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 51% above the U.S. average (index 151.1).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $34.76 median hour buys what $31.92 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,251
- Per year: $62,568
- Per month: $5,214
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Clinical Engineering Tech II
University of Maryland Medical System · La Plata, MD
$30.26–$42.37/ hour
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University of Maryland Medical System · Baltimore, MD
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University of Maryland Medical System · Largo, MD
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Hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inova Alexandria Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Fair Oaks Hospital Fairfax, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | No |
| Inova Fairfax Hospital Falls Church, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sibley Memorial Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Inova Mount Vernon Hospital Alexandria, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Frederick Health Hospital Frederick, MD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mary Washington Hospital Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Georgetown University Hospital Washington, DC | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Medstar Washington Hospital Center Washington, DC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center Fredericksburg, VA | Acute care | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 15 mi | $34.76/hr | 702,250 |
| Alexandria, VA | 21 mi | $34.76/hr | 159,102 |
| Baltimore, MD | 25 mi | $34.91/hr | 568,271 |
| Lancaster, PA | 79 mi | $28.34/hr | 58,441 |
| Wilmington, DE | 84 mi | $30.64/hr | 73,176 |
| Harrisburg, PA | 92 mi | $29.61/hr | 50,649 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Maryland · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Maryland
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
Maryland 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 Bowie, MD?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria metro area have a median pay of $34.76 per hour, about $72,310 a year. The middle half earn between $25.96 and $42.88 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Bowie a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria ranks 45th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 31st of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% above the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Bowie?
CMS lists 20 hospitals in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria area, led by Inova Alexandria Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Maryland license to work in Bowie as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Maryland requires for your role with the Maryland 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
- University of Maryland Medical SystemLinthicum Heights, MD · 4 postings$36.31/ hr$27–$58
- CommonSpirit HealthDURANGO, CO · 3 postings$44.40/ hr$36–$63
- Mass General BrighamBoston, MA · 4 postings$31.99/ hr$26–$38
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Low$28Median$36.31High$54
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- Clinical EngineerPermanent$38.67–$58.05/ hour
- Clinical Engineering Tech IIPermanent$30.26–$42.37/ hour
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