Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Sioux Falls, SD
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Sioux Falls area centers on $38.74 per hour, or about $80,580 a year. The lower quarter earns under $31.05 and the upper quarter over $46.97. That ranks 9th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 5th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 6 hospitals in Sioux Falls. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Sioux Falls.
- $38.74median pay per hour, Sioux Falls
- $31–$47typical range per hour
- 170employed in the metro area
- 91cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Sioux Falls, SD
The metro median is in line with the South Dakota statewide median of $38.74 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 170 medical equipment repairers employed in the Sioux Falls metro area, 1.0 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 2.51).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $25.46 | $52,960 | 15% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $31.05 | $64,580 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Median | $38.74 | $80,580 | 29% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $46.97 | $97,700 | 56% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $50.34 | $104,710 | 67% above U.S. median |
How Sioux Falls ranks
- 9th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 5th 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 Sioux Falls
- Overall prices in Sioux Falls run 9% below the U.S. average (index 90.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 22% below the U.S. average (index 77.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $38.74 median hour buys what $42.74 buys at the national price level, 42% 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: $69,732
- Per month: $5,811
- South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Sioux Falls metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Sioux Falls
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Sioux Falls.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | For-profit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sanford Usd Medical Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Sioux Falls Va Medical Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center Sioux Falls, SD | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Lifescape Sioux Falls, SD | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | No |
| Sioux Falls Specialty Hospital Sioux Falls, SD | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IA | 74 mi | $21.60/hr | 86,875 |
| Omaha, NE | 161 mi | $29.07/hr | 489,265 |
| Council Bluffs, IA | 165 mi | $29.07/hr | 62,665 |
| Bellevue, NE | 170 mi | $29.07/hr | 64,777 |
| Eden Prairie, MN | 186 mi | $29.26/hr | 62,905 |
| St. Cloud, MN | 186 mi | $33.17/hr | 72,145 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in South Dakota · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in South Dakota
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 Dakota 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 Sioux Falls, SD?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Sioux Falls metro area have a median pay of $38.74 per hour, about $80,580 a year. The middle half earn between $31.05 and $46.97 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Sioux Falls a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Sioux Falls ranks 5th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 9th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 9% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Sioux Falls?
CMS lists 6 hospitals in Sioux Falls, led by Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a South Dakota license to work in Sioux Falls 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 Dakota requires for your role with the South Dakota 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 Sioux Falls?
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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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