As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Hospital Engineer in the US is $82,777, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,592 weekly, or $6,898 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Hospital Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Hospital Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $69,254 to $91,640. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($75,699) and 75th percentile ($87,416), while top earners (90th percentile) make $91,640 per year. This $11,717 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Microsoft Office, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Hospital Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 48 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Hospital Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Hospital Engineer Salary $69,254 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Hospital Engineer Salary $75,699 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Hospital Engineer Salary $82,777 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Hospital Engineer Salary $87,416 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Hospital Engineer Salary $91,640 US January 01, 2026
25% $75,699 10% $69,254 90% $91,640 75% $87,416 $82,777 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Hospital Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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