Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Decatur, AL

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Decatur, AL

Median annual salary $40,570 -1.9% vs national
Median hourly $19.51
10th percentile $29,980
90th percentile $49,200
Employed locally 50
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,980
    25th
    $30,560
    50th (median)
    $40,570
    75th
    $40,570
    90th
    $49,200

    Decatur economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.60% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $63,987 2023 • Census ACS
    Emergency Medical Technicians salary vs area income 63% Median Emergency Medical Technicians salary is 37% below the area median household income

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Decatur, AL is $19.51, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $21.68 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Decatur, AL is 1.9% 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 Decatur?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,980 per year in Decatur, AL. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,560.