Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Central Pennsylvania

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

Median annual salary $36,660 -11.3% vs national
Median hourly $17.62
10th percentile $29,270
90th percentile $44,770
Employed locally 500
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,270
    25th
    $35,750
    50th (median)
    $36,660
    75th
    $40,950
    90th
    $44,770

    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 Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $81,270
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,480
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,050
    Physical Therapists $94,140
    Pharmacists $132,770
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,330

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Central Pennsylvania is $17.62, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.78 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Central Pennsylvania is 11.3% 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 Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,270 per year in Central Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,750.