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 | $38.57 | $45.58 | $59.25 |
| Yearly | $80,223 | $94,794 | $123,245 | |
| Cook County | Hourly | $38.56 | $44.37 | $58.65 |
| Yearly | $80,202 | $92,299 | $121,985 | |
| Lake County | Hourly | $38.57 | $45.57 | $59.08 |
| Yearly | $80,221 | $94,783 | $122,906 | |
| United States | Hourly | $39.12 | $48.43 | $60.47 |
| Yearly | $81,370 | $100,730 | $125,780 | |