Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in East Central Illinois

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

Median annual salary $36,990 -10.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.79
10th percentile $32,990
90th percentile $45,830
Employed locally 320
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,990
    25th
    $35,220
    50th (median)
    $36,990
    75th
    $39,510
    90th
    $45,830

    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 East Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$81,950
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$62,810
    Pharmacy Technicians$40,480
    Dental Hygienists$81,680
    Physicians, All Other$259,480
    Dentists, General$216,160

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in East Central Illinois is $17.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.91 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in East Central Illinois is 10.5% 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 East Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,990 per year in East Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,220.