Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Franklin, TN
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Franklin area centers on $30.19 per hour, or about $62,800 a year. The lower quarter earns under $28.42 and the upper quarter over $36.27. That ranks 68th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 64th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Franklin. Your free pay report adds named employers and the roles open near Franklin.
- $30.19median pay per hour, Nashville
- $28–$36typical range per hour
- 340employed in the metro area
- 96cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Franklin, TN
The metro median is 1% above the Tennessee statewide median of $29.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 340 medical equipment repairers employed in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.79).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $23.58 | $49,050 | 22% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $28.42 | $59,110 | 6% below U.S. median |
| Median | $30.19 | $62,800 | in line with U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.27 | $75,440 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $39.05 | $81,220 | 30% above U.S. median |
How Franklin ranks
- 68th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 64th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 2nd of 5 Tennessee 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 Franklin
- Overall prices in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin run 4% below the U.S. average (index 96.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.6).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $30.19 median hour buys what $31.34 buys at the national price level, 4% 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: $54,342
- Per month: $4,529
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Franklin
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Franklin.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Williamson Medical Center Franklin, TN | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Rolling Hills Psychiatric Hospital Franklin, TN | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Hill, TN | 12 mi | $30.19/hr | 59,398 |
| Nashville, TN | 18 mi | $30.19/hr | 704,963 |
| Clarksville, TN | 53 mi | $29.97/hr | 185,690 |
| Bowling Green, KY | 77 mi | $30.16/hr | 79,076 |
| Madison, AL | 83 mi | $27.92/hr | 64,029 |
| Huntsville, AL | 85 mi | $27.92/hr | 230,402 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Tennessee · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Tennessee
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
Tennessee 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.
Other healthcare roles in Franklin
Franklin city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Franklin, TN?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin metro area have a median pay of $30.19 per hour, about $62,800 a year. The middle half earn between $28.42 and $36.27 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Franklin a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin ranks 64th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 68th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 4% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Franklin?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Franklin, led by Williamson Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Franklin as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Tennessee requires for your role with the Tennessee 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 Franklin?
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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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