Paramedics Salary (2025)
Based on 100,610 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $44,230 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,660 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $60,600 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $73,470 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $84,850 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$44K
25th
$50K
Median
$61K
75th
$73K
90th
$85K
Highest Paying States for Paramedics
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $101,070 |
| New Jersey | $87,760 |
| District of Columbia | $82,440 |
| California | $77,740 |
| Connecticut | $77,230 |
| Hawaii | $76,820 |
| Alaska | $75,410 |
| Minnesota | $74,820 |
| New York | $74,220 |
| Oregon | $73,620 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Paramedics salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $101,070 per year, while Oregon has an average of $73,620 — a difference of $27,450. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Paramedics
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 100,610 workers were employed as Paramedicss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations. The annual mean wage of $63,360 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 29-2043