Bioengineers and biomedical engineers Salary in the United States
Median pay, percentile range, and top US metros — official BLS data.
The median salary for Bioengineers and biomedical engineers in the United States is $109,370 per year — about $53 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Half of all workers in this occupation earn between $86,980 and $136,600 a year.
Salary range
Top US metros for Bioengineers and biomedical engineers
| Metro | Local salary |
|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH-KY-IN | $131,170 |
| Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI | $129,640 |
| Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler, AZ | $141,230 |
| Boulder, CO | $129,030 |
| Waterbury-Shelton, CT | $128,940 |
| Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN | $120,060 |
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $125,760 |
| Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington, MN-WI | $127,890 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $115,320 |
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $136,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much do Bioengineers and biomedical engineers make in the US?
The median salary is $109,370 per year (about $53 per hour), according to BLS data. The middle 50% of workers earn between $86,980 and $136,600 a year.
How much do Bioengineers and biomedical engineers make per hour?
About $53 per hour, based on the median annual salary of $109,370 for full-time work (2,080 hours per year).
What education do you need to work as Bioengineers and biomedical engineers?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Do these salary figures include bonuses or overtime?
No. BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics reflect base wages only — they exclude overtime pay, bonuses, and most benefits.
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