Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Johnson City, TN
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Johnson City area centers on $18.50 per hour, or about $38,480 a year. The lower quarter earns under $18.29 and the upper quarter over $23.86. That ranks 178th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 170th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City. The free report below lists employers near Johnson City and what they pay.
- $18.50median pay per hour, Johnson City
- $18–$24typical range per hour
- 40employed in the metro area
- 88cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Johnson City, TN
The metro median is 38% below the Tennessee statewide median of $29.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 40 medical equipment repairers employed in the Johnson City metro area, 0.4 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.09).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.13 | $33,550 | 46% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $18.29 | $38,040 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Median | $18.50 | $38,480 | 39% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $23.86 | $49,630 | 21% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $32.66 | $67,930 | 8% above U.S. median |
How Johnson City ranks
- 178th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 170th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 5th 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 Johnson City
- Overall prices in Johnson City run 12% below the U.S. average (index 87.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 37% below the U.S. average (index 63.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $18.50 median hour buys what $21.04 buys at the national price level, 30% 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.
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- Per year: $33,300
- Per month: $2,775
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Johnson City metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Johnson City
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Woods Community Hospital Johnson City, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Johnson City Medical Center Johnson City, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 1 of 5 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsport, TN | 15 mi | $29.14/hr | 57,109 |
| Asheville, NC | 54 mi | $19.04/hr | 94,992 |
| Knoxville, TN | 91 mi | $30.33/hr | 198,722 |
| Gastonia, NC | 101 mi | $29.71/hr | 85,535 |
| Mooresville, NC | 101 mi | $29.71/hr | 52,884 |
| Greenville, SC | 104 mi | $18.02/hr | 74,371 |
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 Johnson City
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Johnson City, TN?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Johnson City metro area have a median pay of $18.50 per hour, about $38,480 a year. The middle half earn between $18.29 and $23.86 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Johnson City a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Johnson City ranks 170th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 178th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 12% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Johnson City?
CMS lists 2 hospitals in Johnson City, led by Franklin Woods Community Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Johnson City 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 Johnson City?
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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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