Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Northeast Virginia

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

Median annual salary $45,030 +8.9% vs national
Median hourly $21.65
10th percentile $33,540
90th percentile $64,150
Employed locally 190
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,540
    25th
    $37,960
    50th (median)
    $45,030
    75th
    $51,970
    90th
    $64,150

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,830
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,910
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,260
    Pharmacists $131,360
    Paramedics $45,700
    Physical Therapists $99,050

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Northeast Virginia is $21.65, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.65 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Northeast Virginia is 8.9% 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 Northeast Virginia?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,540 per year in Northeast Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,960.