Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in East Kentucky

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

Median annual salary $29,990 -27.5% vs national
Median hourly $14.42
10th percentile $26,670
90th percentile $36,230
Employed locally 330
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $26,670
    25th
    $27,610
    50th (median)
    $29,990
    75th
    $34,620
    90th
    $36,230

    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 Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $67,390
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,560
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,400
    Pharmacists $127,960
    Nurse Practitioners $102,850
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,840

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in East Kentucky is $14.42, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $17.98 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in East Kentucky is 27.5% 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 Kentucky?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $26,670 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $27,610.