Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Southaven, MS
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Southaven area is $28.96 per hour ($60,230 a year), with the typical range running from $23.69 to $32.29. That ranks 92nd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 63rd of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 1 hospital in Southaven. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Southaven.
- $28.96median pay per hour, Memphis
- $24–$32typical range per hour
- 290employed in the metro area
- 92cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Southaven, MS
The metro median is 22% above the Mississippi statewide median of $23.75 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 290 medical equipment repairers employed in the Memphis metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.17).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $20.86 | $43,390 | 31% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $23.69 | $49,280 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.96 | $60,230 | 4% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $32.29 | $67,160 | 7% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.03 | $79,100 | 26% above U.S. median |
How Southaven ranks
- 92nd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 63rd 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 Southaven
- Overall prices in Memphis run 8% below the U.S. average (index 92.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 20% below the U.S. average (index 79.8).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.96 median hour buys what $31.42 buys at the national price level, 4% 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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- Per year: $52,128
- Per month: $4,344
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Memphis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Southaven
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto Southaven, MS | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 11 mi | $28.96/hr | 610,919 |
| Collierville, TN | 17 mi | $28.96/hr | 51,951 |
| Jonesboro, AR | 72 mi | $15.39/hr | 82,384 |
| Jackson, TN | 81 mi | $29.97/hr | 69,303 |
| North Little Rock, AR | 129 mi | $23.11/hr | 64,498 |
| Little Rock, AR | 136 mi | $23.11/hr | 204,774 |
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 Southaven
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Southaven, MS?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Memphis metro area have a median pay of $28.96 per hour, about $60,230 a year. The middle half earn between $23.69 and $32.29 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Southaven a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Memphis ranks 63rd of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 92nd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 8% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Southaven?
CMS lists 1 hospital in Southaven, led by Baptist Memorial Hospital Desoto. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Mississippi license to work in Southaven 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 Southaven?
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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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