How much does a bioengineer and biomedical engineer make in Washington?
Median yearly pay for bioengineer and biomedical engineers in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area. That is $53.07 an hour or $9,199 a month.
- Hourly
- $53.07
- Vs. national median
- +1%
- Rank among cities
- 21 of 65
- Jobs in the area
- 470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $72,790 | $35.00 | |
| 25th | $96,670 | $46.48 | |
| Median | $110,400 | $53.07 | |
| 75th | $136,000 | $65.39 | |
| 90th | $167,400 | $80.50 |
Other cities in District of Columbia
Median yearly pay for bioengineer and biomedical engineers.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Washington
Same field, median yearly pay.
| Nuclear Engineer | $180,400 |
| Aerospace Engineer | $166,400 |
| Marine Engineer and Naval Architect | $159,700 |
| Computer Hardware Engineer | $159,500 |
| Engineer | $151,300 |
| Materials Engineer | $140,600 |
| Electronics Engineer | $140,000 |
| Chemical Engineer | $132,800 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $127,000 |
| Electrical Engineer | $126,400 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bioengineer and biomedical engineer make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area is $53.07 ($110,400 a year).
Do bioengineer and biomedical engineers make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $110,400 against $109,400 nationally, 1% more.
How does Washington compare with the rest of District of Columbia?
The median in District of Columbia is $100,900, so Washington pays 9% more.
Where does Washington rank for bioengineer and biomedical engineer pay?
21 of 65 metro areas with data.
How much does a bioengineer and biomedical engineer make starting out in Washington?
The lowest-paid 10% make $72,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $167,400 or more.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.