How much does a Biomedical Engineer make?

Updated Nov 21, 2023

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Total Pay Range
$84K - $156K/yr
Base Pay
$73K - $135K/yr
Additional Pay
$11K - $20K/yr

$112K

/yr
$84K$156K
Most Likely Range

The estimated total pay for a Biomedical Engineer is $111,687 per year in the United States area, with an average salary of $97,071 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users. The estimated additional pay is $14,616 per year. Additional pay could include cash bonus, commission, tips, and profit sharing. The "Most Likely Range" represents values that exist within the 25th and 75th percentile of all pay data available for this role.

How accurate is this most likely Total Pay range (base + additional) of $84K-$156K/yr?

Total Pay Trajectory

For Biomedical Engineer

$111,687 /yr
Biomedical Engineer
$142,063 /yr
Senior Biomedical Engineer
$144,282 /yr
Principal Biomedical Engineer
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What is the total pay trajectory for Biomedical Engineer?

Job TitleSalary
Biomedical Engineer$111,687 /yr
Senior Biomedical Engineer$142,063 /yr
Principal Biomedical Engineer$144,282 /yr

Top Paying Companies

For a Biomedical Engineer in United States

Below is the total pay for the top 10 highest paying companies for a Biomedical Engineer in United States. Employers include Analog Devices, Amazon and GE.

1
Analog Devices
Analog Devices
$149,473/yr
417 open jobs
3
GE
$121,819/yr
7
Abbott
$108,751/yr
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Top Paying Companies

For Biomedical Engineer in United States

1Analog Devices$149,473
2Amazon$130,636
3GE$121,819
43D Systems$120,626
5Biogen$114,747
6Boston Scientific$112,353
7Abbott$108,751
8Pfizer$108,021
9Philips$107,077
10Tata Consultancy Services$106,803
Total Pay Trajectory

For Biomedical Engineer

$111,687 /yr
Biomedical Engineer
$142,063 /yr
Senior Biomedical Engineer
$144,282 /yr
Principal Biomedical Engineer
See Full Career Path

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What is the total pay trajectory for Biomedical Engineer?

Job TitleSalary
Biomedical Engineer$111,687 /yr
Senior Biomedical Engineer$142,063 /yr
Principal Biomedical Engineer$144,282 /yr

What are total pay estimates for a Biomedical Engineer at different companies?

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US Department of Veterans Affairs
3.7
Biomedical EngineerSee 55 salaries from all locations

$95,207

 / yr
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
4.1
Biomedical EngineerSee 50 salaries from all locations

$105,461

 / yr
Medtronic
3.9
Biomedical EngineerSee 48 salaries from all locations

$105,069

 / yr
Software Catalysts
4.3
Biomedical EngineerSee 45 salaries from all locations

$87,421

 / yr
Soma Technology
4.2
Biomedical EngineerSee 27 salaries from all locations

$98,031

 / yr
3D Systems
3.5
Biomedical EngineerSee 21 salaries from all locations

$120,626

 / yr
Johnson & Johnson
4.2
Biomedical EngineerSee 14 salaries from all locations

$102,661

 / yr

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NexAge Technologies USA
3.8
Biomedical EngineerSee 14 salaries from all locations

$101,649

 / yr
GE HealthCare
4.3
Biomedical EngineerSee 13 salaries from all locations

$105,995

 / yr
Terarecon
3.8
Biomedical EngineerSee 13 salaries from all locations

$104,292

 / yr
Pctest Engineering Lab.
3.8
Biomedical EngineerSee 11 salaries from all locations

$84,720

 / yr
Prime Healthcare Services
2.9
Biomedical EngineerSee 11 salaries from all locations

$42

 / hr
TRIMEDX
3.6
Biomedical EngineerSee 11 salaries from all locations

$43

 / hr
Analog Devices
4
Biomedical EngineerSee 10 salaries from all locations

$149,473

 / yr
BD
3.8
Biomedical EngineerSee 10 salaries from all locations

$98,548

 / yr
Kaiser Permanente
3.9
Biomedical EngineerSee 9 salaries from all locations

$50

 / hr
GE
4
Biomedical EngineerSee 9 salaries from all locations

$121,819

 / yr
Quest Diagnostics
3.4
Biomedical EngineerSee 8 salaries from all locations

$96,350

 / yr
Boston Scientific
4.1
Biomedical EngineerSee 8 salaries from all locations

$112,353

 / yr
Aerotek
3.4
Biomedical EngineerSee 8 salaries from all locations

$92,511

 / yr
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Biomedical Engineer Salaries

Job TitleSalary
US Department of Veterans Affairs Biomedical Engineer salaries - 55 salaries reported$95,207/yr
U.S. Food and Drug Administration Biomedical Engineer salaries - 50 salaries reported$105,461/yr
Medtronic Biomedical Engineer salaries - 48 salaries reported$105,069/yr
Software Catalysts Biomedical Engineer salaries - 45 salaries reported$87,421/yr
Soma Technology Biomedical Engineer salaries - 27 salaries reported$98,031/yr
3D Systems Biomedical Engineer salaries - 21 salaries reported$120,626/yr
Johnson & Johnson Biomedical Engineer salaries - 14 salaries reported$102,661/yr
NexAge Technologies USA Biomedical Engineer salaries - 14 salaries reported$101,649/yr
GE HealthCare Biomedical Engineer salaries - 13 salaries reported$105,995/yr
Terarecon Biomedical Engineer salaries - 13 salaries reported$104,292/yr
Pctest Engineering Lab. Biomedical Engineer salaries - 11 salaries reported$84,720/yr
Prime Healthcare Services Biomedical Engineer salaries - 11 salaries reported$42/hr
TRIMEDX Biomedical Engineer salaries - 11 salaries reported$43/hr
Analog Devices Biomedical Engineer salaries - 10 salaries reported$149,473/yr
BD Biomedical Engineer salaries - 10 salaries reported$98,548/yr
Kaiser Permanente Biomedical Engineer salaries - 9 salaries reported$50/hr
GE Biomedical Engineer salaries - 9 salaries reported$121,819/yr
Quest Diagnostics Biomedical Engineer salaries - 8 salaries reported$96,350/yr
Boston Scientific Biomedical Engineer salaries - 8 salaries reported$112,353/yr
Aerotek Biomedical Engineer salaries - 8 salaries reported$92,511/yr
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Top Paying Industries

For a Biomedical Engineer in United States

The top 5 paying industries for a Biomedical Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $113,714, Retail & Wholesale with a median total pay of $103,139, Pharmaceutical & Biotechnology with a median total pay of $102,661, Personal Consumer Services with a median total pay of $101,649, and Manufacturing with a median total pay of $98,548.

IndustryTotal PayTotal Pay Insight
  • Information TechnologyInformation Technology$113,714

    14% Higher than other industries

  • Retail & WholesaleRetail & Wholesale$103,139

    5% Higher than other industries

  • Pharmaceutical & BiotechnologyPharmaceutical & Biotechnology$102,661

    4% Higher than other industries

  • Personal Consumer ServicesPersonal Consumer Services$101,649

    3% Higher than other industries

  • ManufacturingManufacturing$98,548

    0% Lower than other industries

Information Technology

Top paying companies in Information Technology for Biomedical Engineer are Amazon, 3D Systems, and Tata Consultancy Services.

AmazonAmazon$130,636/yr
3D Systems3D Systems$120,626/yr

Glassdoor Economist Pay Overview

What is the pay outlook for Research & Science?

Research and science jobs offer pay well above the national average. Increased demand for STEM workers is increasing salaries in research and science. Jobs in these fields, however, often require higher education at the graduate level and/or specialized training. While domain-specific expertise gives workers in these fields access to very specialized jobs, there are also many employers who hire STEM workers for their general data and technology skills.

Biomedical Engineer pay FAQ

The average salary for a Biomedical Engineer is $111,687 per year in United States. Salaries estimates are based on 1732 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by a Biomedical Engineer employees in United States.

The highest salary for a Biomedical Engineer in United States is $155,800 per year.

The lowest salary for a Biomedical Engineer in United States is $83,765 per year.

If you are thinking of becoming a Biomedical Engineer or planning the next step in your career, find details about the role, the career path and salary trajectory of a Biomedical Engineer.

Biomedical engineering salaries are high, reflecting the field’s significant barriers to entry. A bachelor’s in engineering degree is considered a minimum qualification, although many firms strongly prefer candidates with internship experience. Once hired, biomedical engineers typically work full time and are paid a salary with full benefits. Candidates with a Master of Engineering degree are typically paid higher salaries than candidates with only a bachelor’s degree. Successful biomedical engineers can earn a Professional Engineering (PE) license that indicates they are ready for more leadership responsibility, or they may choose to transition into a project manager role.

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Approximately 73% of biomedical engineers report feeling satisfied with the salary they're currently earning, according to anonymous ratings on Glassdoor. Earning an advanced degree and several years of experience can boost earning potential significantly each year.

Pay for biomedical engineers covers a wide range, from $64,778.53 to $204,387.43. This amount varies according to location and the point you've reached in your career. With advancing experience, you may earn up to $111,687.12 a year if you follow the average career path of a biomedical engineer. Total pay also varies with the type of work and employer.

Are you a biomedical engineer who's looking for a higher wage? You can further your career by earning an advanced degree, such as a master's in engineering or another relevant field. You may also be able to increase your earning potential by acquiring a field-specific certification, such as becoming a Certified Biomedical Equipment Technician (CBET), Master Certified Electronics Technician (CETma), Biomedical Electronics Technician (BMD), or Certified Biomedical Auditor (CBA). Ask your employer which of these certifications can help you earn more and advance in your job. Your employer may help you pay for the training you need to get job-relevant certifications.

If you're trying to increase your salary as a biomedical engineer, you have some options for how to do it. If you plan to stay with your present employer, try updating your resume with any recent training, certifications, or awards you've acquired since starting your job. Speak with your employer about the potential to earn a promotion to supervisor, or whether there's room for advancement in your current role. You can also look for a new biomedical engineer job that might offer a higher pay range. By searching the widest field possible, and by being willing to relocate, you can find a job that offers what you're worth.

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