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Biomedical Engineer Salary in Durham, North Carolina

The median biomedical engineer salary in Durham, NC is $95,694 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 3.3% above the North Carolina state average.

City Median
$95,694
vs State Avg
+$3,022
vs National
$-5,036
Cost of Living
95%

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Durham by Experience

In Durham, an entry-level biomedical engineer earns around $61,750, while experienced professionals earn up to $140,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$61,750
$-3,250 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$96,900
$-5,100 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$140,600
$-7,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Durham, NC

Percentile Durham
10th Percentile $58,900
25th Percentile $75,050
Median (50th) $95,694
75th Percentile $119,700
90th Percentile $148,200

Biomedical Engineer Salary in Other North Carolina Cities

How to Become a Biomedical Engineer in Durham

Education

Most biomedical engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Durham and the surrounding North Carolina area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Medical DevicesCAD/CAMFDA RegulationsBiomechanicsMATLABClinical Research

Job Outlook

Nationally, biomedical engineer employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Durham may vary based on local industry and population growth.