Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Las Vegas, NV
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Las Vegas area centers on $31.86 per hour, or about $66,260 a year. The lower quarter earns under $19.12 and the upper quarter over $39.19. That ranks 44th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 49th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 15 hospitals in Las Vegas. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Las Vegas.
- $31.86median pay per hour, Las Vegas
- $19–$39typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 100cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Las Vegas, NV
The metro median is 2% below the Nevada statewide median of $32.43 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 90 medical equipment repairers employed in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area, 0.1 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.20).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.71 | $38,920 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $19.12 | $39,770 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.86 | $66,260 | 6% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $39.19 | $81,520 | 30% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.51 | $92,580 | 48% above U.S. median |
How Las Vegas ranks
- 44th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 49th 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 Las Vegas
- Overall prices in Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas run in line with the U.S. average (index 100.2, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 16% above the U.S. average (index 115.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.86 median hour buys what $31.79 buys at the national price level, 6% 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: $57,348
- Per month: $4,779
- Nevada has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Las Vegas
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Las Vegas.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mountainview Hospital Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Saint Rose Dominican Hospitals - San Martin Campus Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Southern Hills Hospital And Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Summerlin Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Centennial Hills Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sunrise Hospital And Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| University Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Valley Hospital Medical Center Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Harmon Hospital Las Vegas, NV | Acute care | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Las Vegas, NV | 10 mi | $31.86/hr | 294,034 |
| Henderson, NV | 20 mi | $31.86/hr | 350,039 |
| St. George, UT | 110 mi | $28.84/hr | 106,288 |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 131 mi | $30.79/hr | 59,037 |
| Apple Valley, CA | 161 mi | $32.69/hr | 75,029 |
| Victorville, CA | 167 mi | $32.69/hr | 140,721 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Nevada · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Nevada
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
Nevada does not tax wage income at the state level, so take-home pay is higher than the same gross pay in a state that does.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Las Vegas, NV?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas metro area have a median pay of $31.86 per hour, about $66,260 a year. The middle half earn between $19.12 and $39.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Las Vegas a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas ranks 49th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 44th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run in line with the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Las Vegas?
CMS lists 15 hospitals in Las Vegas, led by Mountainview Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Nevada license to work in Las Vegas as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Nevada requires for your role with the Nevada 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 Las Vegas?
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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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