Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers Salary (2025)
Based on 23,480 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $71,850 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $86,980 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $109,370 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $136,600 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $168,180 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$72K
25th
$87K
Median
$109K
75th
$137K
90th
$168K
Highest Paying States for Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Arizona | $138,120 |
| California | $132,400 |
| Minnesota | $130,320 |
| Massachusetts | $126,700 |
| Tennessee | $124,040 |
| Oregon | $123,920 |
| New Jersey | $123,200 |
| Pennsylvania | $120,110 |
| Ohio | $119,530 |
| New York | $119,120 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Arizona at an average of $138,120 per year, while New York has an average of $119,120 — a difference of $19,000. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 23,480 workers were employed as Bioengineers and Biomedical Engineerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $116,890 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-2031