Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Arizona

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Arizona nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $33,540 -18.9% vs national
Median hourly $16.13
10th percentile $30,950
90th percentile $45,590
Employed locally 150
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,950
    25th
    $30,950
    50th (median)
    $33,540
    75th
    $45,140
    90th
    $45,590

    Top-paying metros for Emergency Medical Technicians

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Lexington Park, MD $68,160
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $64,780
    Urban Honolulu, HI $63,880
    Hawaii $61,310
    Hawaii / Kauai nonmetropolitan area $60,560
    Redding, CA $60,120

    Related occupations in Arizona

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $95,780
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,320
    Medical Records Specialists $50,650
    Pharmacists $148,440
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $62,670
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $83,760

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Arizona?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Arizona is $16.13, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.86 or more per hour.

    Is Arizona above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Arizona is 18.9% below the national median of $41,340. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Emergency Medical Technicians in Arizona?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,950 per year in Arizona. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,950.