What are the main factors that influence a Bioengineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Bioengineer's salary?

A Bioengineer's salary grows with experience: an Bioengineer (0-2 years)earns $49,194, a Resident Care Manager (3-5 years)earns $71,467, a Nursing Home Director (5+ years)earns $140,645, a VP of Long Term Care (5+ years)earns $295,602,

What are the highest paying states for a Bioengineer?

Bioengineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Bioengineer roles are District of Columbia $51,072, California $50,879, Massachusetts $50,201. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Bioengineer roles make?

Salaries for Bioengineer level roles vary by specialization: Biomedical Engineer I: $74,935; Bioengineer I: $74,925.

Bioengineer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Bioengineer make in Rhode Island?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Bioengineer in Rhode Island is $47,825 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $23.

However, a Bioengineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $59,248
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $41,254 to $53,804
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,271

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Bioengineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,804	$4,484	$1,035	$26
Average	$47,825	$3,985	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$41,254	$3,438	$793	$20

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Key Factors That Influence Bioengineer Salaries

A Bioengineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Bioengineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Bioengineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $51,072.
California: $50,879.
Massachusetts: $50,201.

District of Columbia $51,072 California $50,879 Massachusetts $50,201 Washington $50,016 New Jersey $49,998 Alaska $49,933 Connecticut $49,296 New York $49,038

Hawaii $48,212 Rhode Island $47,825 Maryland $47,562 Minnesota $47,202 Colorado $47,064 Illinois $47,018 Oregon $46,842 Delaware $46,713

New Hampshire $46,632 Virginia $46,450 Pennsylvania $45,920 Nevada $45,652 North Dakota $45,565 Michigan $45,426 Wisconsin $45,376 Vermont $45,274

Texas $44,993 Maine $44,974 Arizona $44,947 Ohio $44,914 Georgia $44,490 Indiana $44,278 Wyoming $44,236 Utah $44,172

Iowa $44,144 Kansas $43,923 Louisiana $43,858 North Carolina $43,835 Missouri $43,826 Florida $43,646 Montana $43,549 Nebraska $43,457

Kentucky $43,406 South Carolina $43,221 Tennessee $43,106 Idaho $43,060 New Mexico $42,723 Oklahoma $42,649 Alabama $42,377 South Dakota $41,921

Arkansas $41,672 West Virginia $41,538 Mississippi $41,137

Top Paying Cities for Bioengineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $48,609
Albion: $47,802
Ashaway: $48,794

Adamsville, RI $48,609 Albion, RI $47,802 Ashaway, RI $48,794 Barrington, RI $47,802 Block Island, RI $48,540 Bradford, RI $48,761 Bristol, RI $47,756 Carolina, RI $48,365

Charlestown, RI $48,415 Chepachet, RI $47,710 Clayville, RI $47,756 Coventry, RI $47,710 West Greenwich, RI $47,677 East Greenwich, RI $47,742 Exeter, RI $48,761 Fiskeville, RI $47,802

Forestdale, RI $47,756 Foster, RI $47,677 Glendale, RI $47,677 Greene, RI $48,212 Greenville, RI $47,802 Harmony, RI $47,788 Harrisville, RI $47,710 Hope, RI $47,802

Hope Valley, RI $48,794 Hopkinton, RI $48,808 Jamestown, RI $48,319 Kenyon, RI $48,748 Little Compton, RI $48,591 Manville, RI $47,802 Mapleville, RI $47,677 Newport, RI $48,328

Middletown, RI $48,531 North Kingstown, RI $47,664 North Scituate, RI $47,788 Oakland, RI $47,724 Pascoag, RI $47,696 Pawtucket, RI $47,802 Central Falls, RI $47,802 Cumberland, RI $47,802

Lincoln, RI $47,802 Portsmouth, RI $48,134 Prudence Island, RI $47,710 Rockville, RI $48,808 Saunderstown, RI $48,346 Shannock, RI $48,734 Slatersville, RI $47,756 Slocum, RI $48,346

Tiverton, RI $48,623 Wakefield, RI $48,295 Kingston, RI $48,305 Narragansett, RI $48,314 Peace Dale, RI $48,295 Warren, RI $47,788 Warwick, RI $47,802 Westerly, RI $48,821

West Kingston, RI $48,332 West Warwick, RI $47,802 Wood River Junction, RI $48,761 Woonsocket, RI $47,756 North Smithfield, RI $47,788 Wyoming, RI $48,748 Providence, RI $47,802 Cranston, RI $47,802

North Providence, RI $47,802 East Providence, RI $47,802 Riverside, RI $47,802 Rumford, RI $47,802 Smithfield, RI $47,802 Johnston, RI $47,802

Bioengineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Bioengineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$41,254

Average $47,825/year

$53,804

$3,438

Average $3,985/month

$4,484

$793

Average $920/week

$1,035

$20

Average $23/hour

$26

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$53,804	$4,484	$1,035	$26
Average	$47,825	$3,985	$920	$23
25th Percentile	$41,254	$3,438	$793	$20

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