Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $38,130 -7.8% vs national
Median hourly $18.33
10th percentile $31,480
90th percentile $46,810
Employed locally 350
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,480
    25th
    $35,830
    50th (median)
    $38,130
    75th
    $41,080
    90th
    $46,810

    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 Northeastern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,350
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,660
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,350
    Physicians, All Other $101,100
    Psychiatric Technicians $48,110
    Pharmacists $132,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Northeastern Pennsylvania is $18.33, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.67 or more per hour.

    Is Northeastern Pennsylvania above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Northeastern Pennsylvania is 7.8% 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 Northeastern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,480 per year in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,830.