MO · Columbia · Updated October 15, 2026

Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Columbia, MO

Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in Missouri centers on $28.05 per hour, or about $58,350 a year. The lower quarter earns under $22.25 and the upper quarter over $35.51. That is 7% below the U.S. median of $30.11 per hour. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Columbia. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Columbia.

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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Columbia, MO

Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 950 medical equipment repairers employed in Missouri.

LevelPer hourPer yearCompared with U.S.
Lowest 10%$18.35$38,17039% below U.S. median
Lower quartile$22.25$46,28026% below U.S. median
Median$28.05$58,3507% below U.S. median
Upper quartile$35.51$73,86018% above U.S. median
Top 10%$40.80$84,86036% 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.

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What your pay buys in Columbia

  • Overall prices in Columbia run 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
  • Housing is the biggest driver: 31% below the U.S. average (index 69.2).

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$1,010
  • Per year: $50,490
  • Per month: $4,208

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

Hospitals in Columbia

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbia.

HospitalTypeOwnershipCMS ratingEmergency
Boone Hospital Center
Columbia, MO
Acute careNonprofit4 of 5Yes
Columbia Mo Va Medical Center
Columbia, MO
Acute Care - Veterans AdministrationGovernment and federal4 of 5Yes
University Of Missouri Health Care
Columbia, MO
Acute careGovernment and federal3 of 5Yes
Centerpointe Hospital Of Columbia
Columbia, MO
PsychiatricFor-profitNot 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
O'Fallon, MO87 mi$28.37/hr95,355
St. Peters, MO93 mi$28.37/hr61,398
St. Charles, MO98 mi$28.37/hr72,458
Blue Springs, MO104 mi$28.29/hr61,246
Florissant, MO108 mi$28.37/hr51,290
Independence, MO109 mi$28.29/hr121,629

Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Missouri · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide

What employers ask for, and tax basics in Missouri

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

Missouri 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 Columbia, MO?

Biomedical Equipment Technicians in Missouri have a median pay of $28.05 per hour, about $58,350 a year. The middle half earn between $22.25 and $35.51 per hour (BLS, May 2024).

Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Columbia?

CMS lists 4 hospitals in Columbia, led by Boone Hospital Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.

Do I need a Missouri license to work in Columbia as a biomedical equipment technician?

Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Missouri requires for your role with the Missouri 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 Columbia?

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1Pay for your role at other employers

  • 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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Low$26Median$38.45High$53

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