What are the main factors that influence an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Entry Level Biomedical Engineer?

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

How does experience change An Entry Level Biomedical Engineer's salary?

An Entry Level Biomedical Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Entry Level Biomedical Engineer (0-2 years)earns $82,573, a Database Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $111,577, a Database Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $135,807, a Database Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $155,945, a Database Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $181,941,

What are the highest paying states for an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer?

Entry Level Biomedical Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Entry Level Biomedical Engineer roles are District of Columbia $81,831, California $81,520, Massachusetts $80,434. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Entry Level Biomedical Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Entry Level Biomedical Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Entry Level Electrical Engineer: $116,915; engineer entry level: $88,549; Entry Level Project Engineer: $86,201; data engineer entry level: $85,795; Entry Level Software Engineer: $83,281.

Entry Level Biomedical Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer in District of Columbia is $81,831 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $97,497
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71,141 to $90,031
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $61,408

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Entry Level Biomedical Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,031	$7,503	$1,731	$43
Average	$81,831	$6,819	$1,574	$39
25th Percentile	$71,141	$5,928	$1,368	$34

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Key Factors That Influence Entry Level Biomedical Engineer Salaries

An Entry Level Biomedical Engineer'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 Entry Level Biomedical Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer'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): $82,573
Early Career (1-2 years): $111,577
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $135,807
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $155,945
Expert (over 8 years): $181,941

Levels	Salary
Entry Lev... Level Entry Level Biomedical Engineer	$82,573
Database ... Level Entry Level Biomedical Engineer	$111,577
Database ... Level Entry Level Biomedical Engineer	$135,807
Database ... Level Entry Level Biomedical Engineer	$155,945
Database ... Level Entry Level Biomedical Engineer	$181,941

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How Do Entry Level Biomedical Engineer 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 Entry Level Biomedical Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $81,831.
California: $81,520.
Massachusetts: $80,434.

District of Columbia $81,831 California $81,520 Massachusetts $80,434 Washington $80,138 New Jersey $80,109 Alaska $80,005 Connecticut $78,985 New York $78,571

Hawaii $77,248 Rhode Island $76,628 Maryland $76,206 Minnesota $75,630 Colorado $75,408 Illinois $75,334 Oregon $75,053 Delaware $74,846

New Hampshire $74,716 Virginia $74,425 Pennsylvania $73,575 Nevada $73,147 North Dakota $73,006 Michigan $72,784 Wisconsin $72,703 Vermont $72,541

Texas $72,090 Maine $72,060 Arizona $72,016 Ohio $71,964 Georgia $71,284 Indiana $70,944 Wyoming $70,878 Utah $70,774

Iowa $70,730 Kansas $70,375 Louisiana $70,272 North Carolina $70,235 Missouri $70,220 Florida $69,932 Montana $69,776 Nebraska $69,629

Kentucky $69,547 South Carolina $69,252 Tennessee $69,067 Idaho $68,993 New Mexico $68,453 Oklahoma $68,335 Alabama $67,899 South Dakota $67,167

Arkansas $66,768 West Virginia $66,554 Mississippi $65,911

Top Paying Cities for Entry Level Biomedical Engineers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $81,387
Washington: $81,387
Naval Anacost Annex: $81,384

Parcel Return Service, DC $81,387 Washington, DC $81,387 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $81,384 Washington Navy Yard, DC $81,387

Entry Level Biomedical Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Entry Level Biomedical Engineer 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, Entry Level Biomedical Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Entry Level Biomedical Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$114,563	$55.0	40%
Software & Networking	$110,471	$53.0	35%
Financial Services	$106,380	$51.0	30%
Insurance	$102,288	$49.0	25%
Biotechnology	$98,197	$47.0	20%

Entry Level Biomedical Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Entry Level Biomedical Engineer'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 July 01, 2026

$71,141

Average $81,831/year

$90,031

$5,928

Average $6,819/month

$7,503

$1,368

Average $1,574/week

$1,731

$34

Average $39/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$90,031	$7,503	$1,731	$43
Average	$81,831	$6,819	$1,574	$39
25th Percentile	$71,141	$5,928	$1,368	$34

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