Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $34,620 -16.3% vs national
Median hourly $16.65
10th percentile $24,950
90th percentile $50,640
Employed locally 210
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $24,950
    25th
    $29,390
    50th (median)
    $34,620
    75th
    $41,030
    90th
    $50,640

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $71,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,380
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,180
    Pharmacists $124,990
    Nurse Practitioners $106,040
    Dental Hygienists $81,010

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in East Tennessee is $16.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $28.39 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in East Tennessee is 16.3% 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 East Tennessee?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $24,950 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,390.