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Biomedical Equipment Technician
Mercy · Wisconsin
$25.60–$38.40/ hour
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Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Madison, WI
Pay for biomedical equipment technicians in the Madison area centers on $31.03 per hour, or about $64,550 a year. The lower quarter earns under $24.73 and the upper quarter over $37.62. That ranks 57th of 183 U.S. metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay, and 46th of 176 once local prices are factored in. The CMS hospital directory lists 5 hospitals in Madison. The free report below lists employers near Madison and what they pay.
- $31.03median pay per hour, Madison
- $25–$38typical range per hour
- 90employed in the metro area
- 97cost of living index (U.S. = 100)
Biomedical Equipment Technician pay in Madison, WI
The metro median is 2% below the Wisconsin statewide median of $31.68 per hour. Nationally the median is $30.11 per hour. BLS counts about 90 medical equipment repairers employed in the Madison metro area, 0.2 per 1,000 jobs. Employment is less concentrated here than in the country as a whole (location quotient 0.53).
| Level | Per hour | Per year | Compared with U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest 10% | $18.55 | $38,580 | 38% below U.S. median |
| Lower quartile | $24.73 | $51,440 | 18% below U.S. median |
| Median | $31.03 | $64,550 | 3% above U.S. median |
| Upper quartile | $37.62 | $78,250 | 25% above U.S. median |
| Top 10% | $44.23 | $92,000 | 47% above U.S. median |
How Madison ranks
- 57th of 183 U.S. metro areas by median hourly pay
- 46th of 176 after adjusting for local prices
- 3rd of 4 Wisconsin 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 Madison
- Overall prices in Madison run 3% below the U.S. average (index 97.3, U.S. = 100).
- Housing is the biggest driver: in line with the U.S. average (index 99.7).
- Adjusted for local prices, a $31.03 median hour buys what $31.90 buys at the national price level, 6% 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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Estimated weekly gross$1,117
- Per year: $55,854
- Per month: $4,654
Gross pay before taxes and benefits, from BLS pay levels for the Madison metro area. For take-home pay use the take-home pay calculator.
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Hospitals in Madison
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison.
| Hospital | Type | Ownership | CMS rating | Emergency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Va Medical Center Madison, WI | Acute Care - Veterans Administration | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Unitypoint Health - Meriter Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| University Of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority Madison, WI | Acute care | Government and federal | 5 of 5 | Yes |
| Ssm Health St Mary's Hospital - Madison Madison, WI | Acute care | Nonprofit | 4 of 5 | Yes |
| Mendota Mental Health Institute Madison, WI | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janesville, WI | 35 mi | $29.48/hr | 66,428 |
| Waukesha, WI | 60 mi | $31.87/hr | 71,461 |
| Rockford, IL | 60 mi | $25.47/hr | 147,486 |
| West Allis, WI | 71 mi | $31.87/hr | 59,784 |
| Milwaukee, WI | 74 mi | $31.87/hr | 563,531 |
| Dubuque, IA | 76 mi | $27.82/hr | 58,987 |
Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs in Wisconsin · Biomedical Equipment Technician jobs nationwide
What employers ask for, and tax basics in Wisconsin
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
Wisconsin taxes wage income. Use your own rates in the take-home pay calculator.
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Common questions
How much do biomedical equipment technicians make in Madison, WI?
Biomedical Equipment Technicians in the Madison metro area have a median pay of $31.03 per hour, about $64,550 a year. The middle half earn between $24.73 and $37.62 per hour (BLS, May 2024).
Is Madison a good place for biomedical equipment technicians once cost of living is counted?
Madison ranks 46th of 176 metro areas for biomedical equipment technician pay after adjusting for local prices, and 57th of 183 before adjusting. Overall prices run 3% below the U.S. average.
Where do biomedical equipment technicians work in Madison?
CMS lists 5 hospitals in Madison, led by Madison Va Medical Center. Ask for the free report to see current openings and pay.
Do I need a Wisconsin license to work in Madison as a biomedical equipment technician?
Associate degree or military or equivalent training in biomedical technology. Credentials are issued state by state, so confirm what Wisconsin requires for your role with the Wisconsin 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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