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 | $37.74 | $47.86 | $62.13 |
| Yearly | $78,500 | $99,550 | $129,230 | |