Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in St. Louis, MO
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the St. Louis area is $28.37 per hour ($59,010 a year), with the typical range running from $22.09 to $35.96. That ranks 101st of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 89th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near St. Louis.
- $28.37median pay per hour, St. Louis
- $22–$36typical range per hour
- 350employed in the metro area
- 95cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in St. Louis, 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 350 medical equipment repairers employed in the St. Louis metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.26 | $37,980 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.09 | $45,950 | 27% below U.S. median |
| Median | $28.37 | $59,010 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $35.96 | $74,800 | 19% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $37.36 | $77,710 | 24% above U.S. median |
How St. Louis ranks
- 101st of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 89th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st 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 St. Louis
- Overall prices in St. Louis run 5% below the U.S. average (index 95.1, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.0).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $28.37 median hour buys what $29.84 buys at the national price level, 1% 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: $51,066
- Per month: $4,256
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the St. Louis metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in St. Louis
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Missouri Baptist Medical Center Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| St Louis-John Cochran Va Medical Center St. Louis, MO | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Barnes Jewish Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Christian Hospital Northeast Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - St Louis Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Mercy Hospital South Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | Yes |
| Shriners Hospitals For Children Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| St Louis Childrens Hospital Saint Louis, MO | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florissant, MO | 12 mi | $28.37/hr | 51,290 |
| St. Charles, MO | 18 mi | $28.37/hr | 72,458 |
| Springfield, IL | 86 mi | $29.89/hr | 112,949 |
| Decatur, IL | 110 mi | $29.89/hr | 68,763 |
| Columbia, MO | 114 mi | $28.05/hr | 130,900 |
| Bloomington, IL | 144 mi | $29.89/hr | 79,232 |
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 St. Louis
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in St. Louis, MO?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the St. Louis metro area have a median pay of $28.37 per hour, about $59,010 a year. The middle half earn between $22.09 and $35.96 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is St. Louis a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
St. Louis ranks 89th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 101st of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 5% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in St. Louis?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in St. Louis, led by Missouri Baptist Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Missouri license to work in St. Louis 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 St. Louis?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in St. Louis and across Missouri. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near St. Louis.
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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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