Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in North Central Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $32,600 -21.1% vs national
Median hourly $15.68
10th percentile $27,860
90th percentile $44,780
Employed locally 100
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $27,860
    25th
    $28,590
    50th (median)
    $32,600
    75th
    $35,620
    90th
    $44,780

    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 North Central Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,190
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $50,780
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,770
    Nurse Practitioners $102,350
    Pharmacists $127,660
    Physical Therapists $107,780

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in North Central Tennessee is $15.68, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.28 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in North Central Tennessee is 21.1% 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 North Central Tennessee?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $27,860 per year in North Central Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $28,590.