Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Central Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Central Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $30,080 -27.2% vs national
Median hourly $14.46
10th percentile $22,930
90th percentile $46,610
Employed locally 450
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,930
    25th
    $26,980
    50th (median)
    $30,080
    75th
    $36,250
    90th
    $46,610

    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 Central Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,380
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $57,140
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,760
    Pharmacists $127,500
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $59,040
    Speech-Language Pathologists $73,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Central Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Central Kentucky is $14.46, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.45 or more per hour.

    Is Central Kentucky above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Central Kentucky is 27.2% 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 Central Kentucky?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $22,930 per year in Central Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $26,980.