Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $45,160 +9.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.71
10th percentile $39,580
90th percentile $59,250
Employed locally 240
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,580
    25th
    $39,940
    50th (median)
    $45,160
    75th
    $50,280
    90th
    $59,250

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$88,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,560
    Pharmacy Technicians$45,380
    Nurse Practitioners$117,520
    Pharmacists$132,600
    Physical Therapists$102,940

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Maryland is $21.71, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.13 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Maryland is 9.2% above 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $39,580 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $39,940.