Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Kingsport, TN
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the Kingsport area is $29.14 per hour ($60,600 a year), with the typical range running from $22.47 to $34.38. That ranks 88th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 27th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 3 hospitals in Kingsport. Tell us your role and we email current openings near Kingsport.
- $29.14median pay per hour, Kingsport
- $22–$34typical range per hour
- 30employed in the metro area
- 86cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Kingsport, TN
The metro median is 3% below the Tennessee statewide median of $29.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 30 medical equipment repairers employed in the Kingsport-Bristol metro area, 0.3 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.72).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.43 | $40,410 | 35% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.47 | $46,740 | 25% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.14 | $60,600 | 3% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $34.38 | $71,510 | 14% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $38.49 | $80,060 | 28% above U.S. median |
How Kingsport ranks
- 88th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 27th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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 Kingsport
- Overall prices in Kingsport-Bristol run 14% below the U.S. average (index 86.4, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 44% below the U.S. average (index 56.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.14 median hour buys what $33.71 buys at the national price level, 12% 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: $52,452
- Per month: $4,371
- Tennessee has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Kingsport-Bristol metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
Hospitals in Kingsport
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Kingsport.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center Kingsport, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Indian Path Community Hospital Kingsport, TN | Acute care | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| Creekside Behavioral Health Kingsport, TN | Psychiatric | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City, TN | 15 mi | $18.50/hr | 73,635 |
| Asheville, NC | 66 mi | $19.04/hr | 94,992 |
| Knoxville, TN | 87 mi | $30.33/hr | 198,722 |
| Mooresville, NC | 116 mi | $29.71/hr | 52,884 |
| Gastonia, NC | 116 mi | $29.71/hr | 85,535 |
| Greenville, SC | 117 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.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Kingsport, TN?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Kingsport-Bristol metro area have a median pay of $29.14 per hour, about $60,600 a year. The middle half earn between $22.47 and $34.38 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Kingsport a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Kingsport-Bristol ranks 27th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 88th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 14% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Kingsport?
CMS lists 3 hospitals in Kingsport, led by Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Tennessee license to work in Kingsport 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 Kingsport?
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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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