Biomedical Engineer Pay: Median, Entry-Level & Senior Salaries
National median: $99,550/year. After federal taxes (single filer), that's $78,419/year take-home — 21.2% effective rate.
Biomedical Engineer Salary After Federal Tax by Experience Level
Take-home calculated for single filer, federal taxes only (no state income tax baseline).
| Level | Gross Salary | Take-Home / Year | Monthly | Eff. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry Level | $62,000 | $51,856 | $4,321 | 16.4% |
| 25th Percentile | $76,000 | $61,852 | $5,154 | 18.6% |
| MedianBLS Median | $99,550 | $78,419 | $6,535 | 21.2% |
| 75th Percentile | $130,000 | $99,608 | $8,301 | 23.4% |
| 90th Percentile | $162,000 | $121,480 | $10,123 | 25.0% |
| Senior Level | $145,000 | $109,861 | $9,155 | 24.2% |
Biomedical Engineer Take-Home Pay by State
Salary figures adjusted for state cost of living and local market rates. Single filer.
| State | Est. Salary | Take-Home / Year | Monthly | Eff. Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | $122,198 | $85,269 | $7,106 | 30.2% |
| Massachusetts | $118,962 | $86,115 | $7,176 | 27.6% |
| Minnesota | $109,256 | $78,223 | $6,519 | 28.4% |
| New York | $131,157 | $93,518 | $7,793 | 28.7% |
| New Jersey | $117,220 | $85,404 | $7,117 | 27.1% |
About This Career
Biomedical engineers design medical devices, prosthetics, diagnostic equipment, and drug delivery systems. Boston and the Twin Cities have emerged as major hubs given the concentration of medical device companies like Medtronic, Boston Scientific, and Abbott.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average Biomedical Engineer salary in the US?+
The national median Biomedical Engineer salary is $99,550 per year (BLS data). The middle 50% of earners fall between $76,000 and $130,000, while the top 10% earn over $162,000.
How much does a Biomedical Engineer take home after taxes?+
A Biomedical Engineer earning the median $99,550 takes home approximately $78,419 after federal taxes (single filer, assuming no state income tax). Add state taxes to get a more precise figure for your location.
Where do Biomedical Engineers earn the most?+
The highest-paying states for Biomedical Engineers are California, Massachusetts, Minnesota. Top cities include Boston, San Francisco, Minneapolis, where salaries can exceed $130,000 for experienced professionals.