Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Northwest Alabama

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Alabama nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $32,240 -22% vs national
Median hourly $15.50
10th percentile $25,890
90th percentile $46,790
Employed locally 130
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $25,890
    25th
    $29,720
    50th (median)
    $32,240
    75th
    $37,460
    90th
    $46,790

    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 Northwest Alabama

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$62,080
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$48,770
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,670
    Pharmacists$128,530
    Nurse Practitioners$108,830
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$48,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Northwest Alabama?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Northwest Alabama is $15.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $18.86 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Alabama above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Northwest Alabama is 22% 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 Northwest Alabama?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $25,890 per year in Northwest Alabama. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $29,720.