Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Eastern North Carolina

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern North Carolina nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,230 -7.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.38
10th percentile $29,960
90th percentile $51,370
Employed locally 1,050
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,960
    25th
    $34,520
    50th (median)
    $38,230
    75th
    $45,620
    90th
    $51,370

    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 Eastern North Carolina

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,750
    Pharmacists $132,510
    Paramedics $47,170
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $49,460

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Eastern North Carolina?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Eastern North Carolina is $18.38, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.18 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern North Carolina above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Eastern North Carolina is 7.5% 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 Eastern North Carolina?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,960 per year in Eastern North Carolina. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,520.