Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Kansas City, MO
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Kansas City area earn a median of $28.29 per hour, about $58,850 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.03 and $35.82. That ranks 103rd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 76th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City. The free report below lists employers near Kansas City and what they pay.
- $28.29median pay per hour, Kansas City
- $22–$36typical range per hour
- 810employed in the metro area
- 93cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Kansas City, MO
The metro median is 1% above the Missouri statewide median of $28.05 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 810 medical equipment repairers employed in the Kansas City metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.88).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.53 | $38,540 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.03 | $45,820 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.29 | $58,850 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.82 | $74,510 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.76 | $91,020 | 45% above U.S. median |
How Kansas City ranks
- 103rd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 76th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 3 Missouri 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 Kansas City
- Overall prices in Kansas City run 7% below the U.S. average (index 92.5, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 13% below the U.S. average (index 86.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.29 median hour buys what $30.57 buys at the national price level, 2% 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: $50,922
- Per month: $4,244
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kansas City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Kansas City
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Lukes North Hospital Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Lukes Hospital Of Kansas City Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Kansas City Va Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| University Health Lakewood Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Joseph Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Truman Medical Center Hospital Hill Kansas City, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Research Medical Center Kansas City, MO | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas City, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Center For Behavioral Medicine Kansas City, MO | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, KS | 10 mi | $28.29/hr | 156,752 |
| Independence, MO | 11 mi | $28.29/hr | 121,629 |
| Lawrence, KS | 40 mi | $23.58/hr | 97,271 |
| St. Joseph, MO | 46 mi | $28.05/hr | 71,098 |
| Topeka, KS | 62 mi | $20.89/hr | 125,467 |
| Manhattan, KS | 110 mi | $23.58/hr | 54,700 |
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.
Other healthcare roles in Kansas City
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Kansas City, MO?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Kansas City metro area have a median pay of $28.29 per hour, about $58,850 a year. The middle half earn between $22.03 and $35.82 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kansas City a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Kansas City ranks 76th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 103rd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 7% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Kansas City?
CMS lists 9 hospitals in Kansas City, led by Saint Lukes North Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in Kansas City 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 Kansas City?
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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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