Pay varies by the amount of education bioengineers hold. Those with doctoral (PhD) degrees earn more than those with a master's or bachelor's degree.
Most full-time bioengineers receive benefits. Benefits usually include health insurance, paid vacation, and a retirement plan. Some companies pay for additional training.
Bioengineers and biomedical engineers (SOC 17-2031)
Location |
Pay Period | |
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25% |
Median |
75% |
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Illinois | Hourly | $40.65 | $51.37 | $67.49 |
Yearly | $84,567 | $106,843 | $140,366 | |
Cook County | Hourly | $31.88 | $40.85 | $51.44 |
Yearly | $66,304 | $84,977 | $106,993 | |
Lake County | Hourly | $52.58 | $54.67 | $67.56 |
Yearly | $109,367 | $113,723 | $140,518 | |
United States | Hourly | $39.12 | $48.43 | $60.47 |
Yearly | $81,370 | $100,730 | $125,780 |