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Biomedical Equipment Technician
Texas Children's Hospital · Houston, TX
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Houston, TX
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Houston area earn a median of $29.82 per hour, about $62,030 a year, and the middle half of them earn between $22.36 and $36.19. That ranks 73rd of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 83rd of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 28 hospitals in Houston. The free report below lists employers near Houston and what they pay.
- $29.82median pay per hour, Houston
- $22–$36typical range per hour
- 1,480employed in the metro area
- 99cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
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Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Houston, TX
The metro median is 3% above the Texas statewide median of $28.97 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 1,480 medical equipment repairers employed in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro area, 0.5 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is more concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 1.16).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $19.15 | $39,830 | 36% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $22.36 | $46,510 | 26% below U.S. median |
| Median | $29.82 | $62,030 | 1% below U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $36.19 | $75,280 | 20% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $43.48 | $90,440 | 44% above U.S. median |
How Houston ranks
- 73rd of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 83rd of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd 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.
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- Overall prices in Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands run 1% below the U.S. average (index 98.6, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: 5% above the U.S. average (index 104.5).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $29.82 median hour buys what $30.23 buys at the national price level, in line with 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$1,074
- Per year: $53,676
- Per month: $4,473
- Texas has no state income tax on wages.
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Houston
CMS lists 28 hospitals in Houston.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Methodist Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Houston Methodist West Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Houston Va Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Baylor St Lukes Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| St Luke's Hospital At The Vintage Houston, TX | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Womans Hospital Of Texas,The Houston, TX | Acute care | For-profit | 4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pearland, TX | 16 mi | $29.82/hr | 129,620 |
| Pasadena, TX | 17 mi | $29.82/hr | 149,617 |
| Beaumont, TX | 77 mi | $20.47/hr | 112,893 |
| College Station, TX | 77 mi | $22.10/hr | 128,023 |
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 Houston
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Houston, TX?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands metro area have a median pay of $29.82 per hour, about $62,030 a year. The middle half earn between $22.36 and $36.19 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Houston a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands ranks 83rd of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 73rd of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 1% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Houston?
CMS lists 28 hospitals in Houston, led by Houston Methodist Hospital. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Texas license to work in Houston 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.
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1Pay for your role at other employers
- 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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