What is the average hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians?

The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians is $18.72 per hour. This translates to approximately $38,930 per year working full-time.

What states pay Emergency Medical Technicians the most?

Salaries for Emergency Medical Technicians vary significantly by location. Use the state-by-state table above to see which states offer the highest median wages for this occupation.

What education is needed to become a emergency medical technician?

Typical education required: Bachelor's degree.

Emergency Medical Technicians Salary

Name: Emergency Medical Technicians Salary Data
Creator: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
License: https://www.bls.gov/bls/linksite.htm

Official U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Data - May 2024

Median Annual Salary

$38,930

$18.72 / hour

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Salary Range

$20,633 - $66,960

10th to 90th percentile

Total Employed

266,060

workers nationally

🏛️ Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024 | Updated: Annual | Methodology

Emergency Medical Technicians Salary by Percentile

$20,633 $66,960

10th pct Median: $38,930 90th pct

Percentile	Annual Salary	Hourly Rate
10th (Entry Level)	$20,633	$9.92
25th Percentile	$28,030	$13.48
50th (Median)	$38,930	$18.72
75th Percentile	$53,723	$25.83
90th (Top Earners)	$66,960	$32.19
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Top Paying States for Emergency Medical Technicians

#	State	Median Annual	Median Hourly
1	District of Columbia (DC)	$51,388	$24.71
2	California (CA)	$48,663	$23.40
3	Massachusetts (MA)	$47,495	$22.83
4	New York (NY)	$47,495	$22.83
5	New Jersey (NJ)	$46,716	$22.46
6	Connecticut (CT)	$45,937	$22.09
7	Maryland (MD)	$45,937	$22.09
8	Hawaii (HI)	$44,770	$21.52
9	Alaska (AK)	$43,602	$20.96
10	Washington (WA)	$43,602	$20.96
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Emergency Medical Technicians

Emergency Medical Technicians work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Requirements

Typical Entry-Level Education: Bachelor's degree

Job Outlook for Emergency Medical Technicians

Projected Growth

+13%

2022-2032

▲ 13% (Much faster than average)

Annual Job Openings

1,897,400

projected annually

Outlook data based on BLS Employment Projections program. Growth rate is projected change in employment 2022-2032.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make?

The median annual salary for Emergency Medical Technicians is $38,930 (BLS OEWS May 2024). Entry-level workers earn around $20,633, while the top 10% earn $66,960 or more.

What is the hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians?

Emergency Medical Technicians earn a median hourly wage of $18.72 per hour. Working full-time (40 hrs/week, 52 weeks), this equals approximately $38,930 annually.

Is Emergency Medical Technicians a good-paying career?

With a median salary of $38,930, Emergency Medical Technicians represents a viable career path. Job outlook: Much faster than average (13% growth, 2022-2032).

What education do Emergency Medical Technicians need?

Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree. Requirements vary by employer and specialization - check with specific employers and BLS OOH for detailed requirements.