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Biomedical Technician
Fresenius Medical Care · Columbia, SC
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Columbia, SC
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Columbia area is $21.00 per hour ($43,680 a year), with the typical range running from $17.72 to $33.70. That ranks 168th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 162nd of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Columbia. The free report below lists employers near Columbia and what they pay.
- $21.00median pay per hour, Columbia
- $18–$34typical range per hour
- 140employed in the metro area
- 94cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Columbia, SC
The metro median is 3% above the South Carolina statewide median of $20.36 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 140 medical equipment repairers employed in the Columbia metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.92).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $17.08 | $35,530 | 43% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.72 | $36,860 | 41% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.00 | $43,680 | 30% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $33.70 | $70,100 | 12% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $42.90 | $89,230 | 42% above U.S. median |
How Columbia ranks
- 168th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 162nd of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 South 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 Columbia run 6% below the U.S. average (index 93.7, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 21% below the U.S. average (index 79.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.00 median hour buys what $22.42 buys at the national price level, 26% 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.
Estimate your Columbia paycheck
Estimated weekly gross$756
- Per year: $37,800
- Per month: $3,150
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Columbia metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Columbia
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Columbia.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia Sc Va Medical Center Columbia, SC | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Prisma Health Baptist Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Prisma Health Richland Hospital Columbia, SC | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| G Werber Bryan Psych Hosp Columbia, SC | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Hill, SC | 62 mi | $29.71/hr | 75,798 |
| Charlotte, NC | 81 mi | $29.71/hr | 943,476 |
| Augusta, GA | 82 mi | $23.64/hr | 201,737 |
| Summerville, SC | 83 mi | $21.78/hr | 52,625 |
| Gastonia, NC | 85 mi | $29.71/hr | 85,535 |
| Goose Creek, SC | 89 mi | $21.78/hr | 50,352 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in South Carolina · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in South 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
South Carolina 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, SC?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Columbia metro area have a median pay of $21.00 per hour, about $43,680 a year. The middle half earn between $17.72 and $33.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Columbia a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Columbia ranks 162nd of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 168th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 6% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Columbia?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Columbia, led by Columbia Sc Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Carolina 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 South Carolina requires for your role with the South Carolina 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?
Yes. We place healthcare staff in Columbia and across South Carolina. Tell us your profession and we email the roles open near 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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