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Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care · Durham, NC
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Durham, NC
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Durham area is $31.57 per hour ($65,670 a year), with the typical range running from $28.34 to $38.87. That ranks 52nd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 38th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 4 hospitals in Durham. The free report below lists employers near Durham and what they pay.
- $31.57median pay per hour, Durham
- $28–$39typical range per hour
- 200employed in the metro area
- 98cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Durham, NC
The metro median is 11% above the North Carolina statewide median of $28.57 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 200 medical equipment repairers employed in the Durham-Chapel Hill metro area, 0.6 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.49).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $22.94 | $47,720 | 24% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.34 | $58,950 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.57 | $65,670 | 5% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $38.87 | $80,850 | 29% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $45.84 | $95,350 | 52% above U.S. median |
How Durham ranks
- 52nd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 38th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 1st of 10 North Carolina 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.
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- Overall prices in Durham-Chapel Hill run 2% below the U.S. average (index 97.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.9).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.57 median hour buys what $32.36 buys at the national price level, 7% 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.
Estimate your Durham paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$1,137
- Per year: $56,826
- Per month: $4,736
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Durham-Chapel Hill metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Durham
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Durham.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Regional Hospital Durham, NC | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Duke University Hospital Durham, NC | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Durham Va Medical Center Durham, NC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| North Carolina Specialty Hospital Durham, NC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Hill, NC | 9 mi | $31.57/hr | 64,028 |
| Cary, NC | 14 mi | $29.19/hr | 182,659 |
| Apex, NC | 17 mi | $29.19/hr | 75,977 |
| Raleigh, NC | 18 mi | $29.19/hr | 499,825 |
| Wake Forest, NC | 22 mi | $29.19/hr | 56,764 |
| Burlington, NC | 33 mi | $28.57/hr | 61,365 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in North Carolina · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in North Carolina
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
North Carolina taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
Other healthcare roles in Durham
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Durham, NC?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Durham-Chapel Hill metro area have a median pay of $31.57 per hour, about $65,670 a year. The middle half earn between $28.34 and $38.87 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Durham a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Durham-Chapel Hill ranks 38th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 52nd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 2% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Durham?
CMS lists 4 hospitals in Durham, led by Duke Regional Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a North Carolina license to work in Durham as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what North Carolina requires for your role with the North Carolina licensing board and with your recruiter before you commit to a start date. Confirm with the board before you accept a role.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- TTG Imaging Solutions, LLCStokesdale, NC · 2 wage offers$57.69/ hr$53–$62
- Siemens Medical Solutions USA, Inc.Cary, NC · 2 wage offers$51.28/ hr$50–$53
- CommonSpirit HealthDURANGO, CO · 3 postings$44.40/ hr$36–$63
- University of Maryland Medical SystemLinthicum Heights, MD · 4 postings$36.31/ hr$27–$58
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