Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $39,490 -4.5% vs national
Median hourly $18.99
10th percentile $33,720
90th percentile $47,760
Employed locally 90
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,720
    25th
    $37,880
    50th (median)
    $39,490
    75th
    $44,290
    90th
    $47,760

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $74,720
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $55,470
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,520
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $60,370
    Medical Records Specialists $46,600
    Nurse Practitioners $129,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Northeast Iowa is $18.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.78 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Northeast Iowa is 4.5% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,720 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,880.