Phd Biomedical Engineering Salary in the United States

How much does a Phd Biomedical Engineering make in the United States?

As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for a Phd Biomedical Engineering in the United States is $76,257 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $37.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,719
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $66,112 to $84,350
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,876
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Phd Biomedical Engineering Salaries by Percentile

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Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $84,350 $7,029 $1,622 $41
Average $76,257 $6,355 $1,466 $37
25th Percentile $66,112 $5,509 $1,271 $32
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Key Factors That Influence Phd Biomedical Engineering Salaries

A Phd Biomedical Engineering'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 Experience Level Affects Phd Biomedical Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Phd Biomedical Engineering's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $78,370
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $105,899
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $128,909
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $148,028
  • Expert (over 8 years): $172,728
Levels Salary
Phd Biome... Level Phd Biomedical Engineering$78,370
Database ... Level Phd Biomedical Engineering$105,899
Database ... Level Phd Biomedical Engineering$128,909
Database ... Level Phd Biomedical Engineering$148,028
Database ... Level Phd Biomedical Engineering$172,728
$78,370 0 yr
$105,899 < 2 yrs
$128,909 2-4 yrs
$148,028 5-8 yrs
$172,728 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Phd Biomedical Engineerings

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:

  • San Jose: $96,183
  • San Francisco: $95,130
  • Oakland: $93,125

What Skills Can Increase a Phd Biomedical Engineering's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 3.55% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Computer Science (Mentioned in 3.76% Job Postings): Computer science is the study of computation, automation, and information. Computer science spans theoretical disciplines (such as algorithms, theory of computation, information theory, and automation) to practical disciplines.
  • Data Modeling (Mentioned in 2.12% Job Postings): Data modeling in software engineering is the process of creating a data model for an information system by applying certain formal techniques.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Analysis 3.55%
Computer Science 3.76%
Data Modeling 2.12%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Phd Biomedical Engineering's salary.
  • Partnering: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Integrity: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
  • Data Warehousing: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Partnering
$80,070
5%
Integrity
$79,307
4%
Data Warehousing
$79,307
4%
Agile
$78,545
3%
AWS
$78,545
3%
Collaboration
$78,545
3%
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Phd Biomedical Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Phd Biomedical Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 113% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Phd Biomedical Engineering positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Phd Biomedical Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Phd Biomedical Engineering

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$106,760$51.040%
Software & Networking$102,947$49.035%
Financial Services$99,134$48.030%
Insurance$95,321$46.025%
Biotechnology$91,508$44.020%

Phd Biomedical Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Phd Biomedical Engineering'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 September 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Phd Biomedical Engineering

Salaries for a Phd Biomedical Engineering can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $85,630 in 2023 to around $83,399 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Phd Biomedical Engineering salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Phd Biomedical Engineering Over Time

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$85,630
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$85,385
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FAQ about Phd Biomedical Engineering

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Phd Biomedical Engineering?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Phd Biomedical Engineering roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

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