The average salary for Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics in the United States is around $45000 per year.
In the United States, Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics earn an average hourly wage of $21.63 and a mean annual wage of $45000.
$21.63
$45000
For Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $14.05 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $16.42 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $18.95, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $24.11. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $30.82 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $29220 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $34150 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $39410. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $50150, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $64110 per year.
$14.05
$29220
$16.42
$34150
$18.95
$39410
$24.11
$50150
$30.82
$64110
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)