Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Grand Rapids, MI
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Grand Rapids area is $28.26 per hour ($58,780 a year), with the typical range running from $20.97 to $32.27. That ranks 104th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 93rd of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Grand Rapids.
- $28.26median pay per hour, Grand Rapids
- $21–$32typical range per hour
- 190employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Grand Rapids, MI
The metro median is 3% below the Michigan statewide median of $29.08 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 190 medical equipment repairers employed in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.86).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.45 | $42,540 | 32% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $20.97 | $43,620 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.26 | $58,780 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.27 | $67,120 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.56 | $80,200 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Grand Rapids ranks
- 104th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 93rd of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 4th of 7 Michigan 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 Grand Rapids
- Overall prices in Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood run 4% below the U.S. average (index 95.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.26 median hour buys what $29.58 buys at the national price level, 2% 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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- Per year: $50,868
- Per month: $4,239
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Grand Rapids
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Health Saint Mary's Grand Rapids, MI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Forest View Psychiatric Hospital Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services Grand Rapids, MI | Psychiatric | Government and federal | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming, MI | 6 mi | $28.26/hr | 78,559 |
| Kentwood, MI | 6 mi | $28.26/hr | 54,768 |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 48 mi | $27.53/hr | 73,290 |
| Battle Creek, MI | 51 mi | $29.08/hr | 52,205 |
| Lansing, MI | 58 mi | $27.49/hr | 114,336 |
| Elkhart, IN | 89 mi | $30.25/hr | 53,690 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Michigan · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Michigan
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
Michigan 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 Grand Rapids, MI?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metro area have a median pay of $28.26 per hour, about $58,780 a year. The middle half earn between $20.97 and $32.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Grand Rapids a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood ranks 93rd of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 104th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Grand Rapids?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Grand Rapids, led by Spectrum Health. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Michigan license to work in Grand Rapids as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Michigan requires for your role with the Michigan 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 Grand Rapids?
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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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