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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in El Paso, TX
The median biomedical equipment technician pay in the El Paso area is $21.65 per hour ($45,040 a year), with the typical range running from $17.37 to $28.70. That ranks 165th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 152nd of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 11 hospitals in El Paso. Tell us your role and we email current openings near El Paso.
- $21.65median pay per hour, El Paso
- $17–$29typical range per hour
- 220employed in the metro area
- 90cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in El Paso, TX
The metro median is 25% below the Texas statewide median of $28.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 220 medical equipment repairers employed in the El Paso metro area, 0.7 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.66).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $16.23 | $33,760 | 46% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $17.37 | $36,130 | 42% below U.S. median |
| Median | $21.65 | $45,040 | 28% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $28.70 | $59,700 | 5% below U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $34.91 | $72,610 | 16% above U.S. median |
How El Paso ranks
- 165th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 152nd of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 10th of 16 Texas 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 El Paso
- Overall prices in El Paso run 10% below the U.S. average (index 89.9, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 29% below the U.S. average (index 71.2).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $21.65 median hour buys what $24.08 buys at the national price level, 20% 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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Estimated weekly gross$779
- Per year: $38,970
- Per month: $3,248
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
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Hospitals in El Paso
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University Medical Center Of El Paso El Paso, TX | Acute care | Other | 3 of 5 | Yes |
| Las Palmas Medical Center A Campus Of Lpds Healthc El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| Sierra Medical Center El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| The Hospitals Of Providence Transmountain Campus El Paso, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 2 of 5 | Yes |
| El Paso Children's Hospital El Paso, TX | Children's | Nonprofit | Not rated | Yes |
| William Beaumont Amg (Ft Bliss) El Paso, TX | Acute Care - Department of Defense | Government and federal | Not rated | Yes |
| El Paso Behavioral Health System El Paso, TX | Psychiatric | For-profit | Not rated | No |
| El Paso Psychiatric Center El Paso, TX | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | 39 mi | $26.06/hr | 116,998 |
| Odessa, TX | 240 mi | $28.97/hr | 119,748 |
| Midland, TX | 253 mi | $28.97/hr | 143,687 |
| Tucson, AZ | 261 mi | $30.15/hr | 554,013 |
| Marana, AZ | 278 mi | $30.76/hr | 62,380 |
| Lubbock, TX | 289 mi | $19.86/hr | 272,086 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Texas · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Texas
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
Texas 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 El Paso
El Paso city guide: hospitals, employers and licensing
Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in El Paso, TX?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the El Paso metro area have a median pay of $21.65 per hour, about $45,040 a year. The middle half earn between $17.37 and $28.70 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is El Paso a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
El Paso ranks 152nd of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 165th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 10% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in El Paso?
CMS lists 11 hospitals in El Paso, led by University Medical Center Of El Paso. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in El Paso as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Texas requires for your role with the Texas 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 El Paso?
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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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