Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Central Louisiana

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

Median annual salary $32,070 -22.4% vs national
Median hourly $15.42
10th percentile $22,030
90th percentile $44,250
Employed locally 140
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $22,030
    25th
    $29,220
    50th (median)
    $32,070
    75th
    $35,450
    90th
    $44,250

    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 Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $74,390
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $49,200
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,230
    Nurse Practitioners $126,500
    Pharmacists $132,900
    Speech-Language Pathologists $84,620

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Central Louisiana is $15.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Central Louisiana is 22.4% 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 Louisiana?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $22,030 per year in Central Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,220.