Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Jackson, MS
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Jackson area earn a median of $26.15 per hour, about $54,380 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $19.64 and $29.19. That ranks 121st of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 99th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 7 hospitals in Jackson. The free report below lists employers near Jackson and what they pay.
- $26.15median pay per hour, Jackson
- $20–$29typical range per hour
- 100employed in the metro area
- 89cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Jackson, MS
The metro median is 10% above the Mississippi statewide median of $23.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 100 medical equipment repairers employed in the Jackson metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.90).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.27 | $38,000 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.64 | $40,850 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Median | $26.15 | $54,380 | 13% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $29.19 | $60,720 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $32.56 | $67,720 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Jackson ranks
- 121st of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 99th 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 Jackson
- Overall prices in Jackson run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.0, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 35% below the U.S. average (index 64.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $26.15 median hour buys what $29.37 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: $47,070
- Per month: $3,922
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Jackson metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Jackson
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson) Jackson, MS | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Merit Health Central Jackson, MS | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Baptist Medical Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Mississippi Med Center Jackson, MS | Acute care | Government and federal | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Mississippi Methodist Rehab Ctr Jackson, MS | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Oceans Behavioral Hospital Of Jackson Jackson, MS | Psychiatric | For-profit | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 147 mi | $23.75/hr | 74,621 |
| New Orleans, LA | 157 mi | $36.74/hr | 362,701 |
| Kenner, LA | 159 mi | $36.74/hr | 64,650 |
| Mobile, AL | 168 mi | $27.94/hr | 201,367 |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 168 mi | $25.27/hr | 114,288 |
| Southaven, MS | 183 mi | $28.96/hr | 57,493 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Mississippi · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Mississippi
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
Mississippi taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Jackson
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Jackson, MS?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Jackson metro area have a median pay of $26.15 per hour, about $54,380 a year. The middle half earn between $19.64 and $29.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Jackson a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Jackson ranks 99th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 121st of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 11% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Jackson?
CMS lists 7 hospitals in Jackson, led by G. V. (Sonny) Montgomery Va Medical Center (Jackson). Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Jackson as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Mississippi requires for your role with the Mississippi 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 Jackson?
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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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