Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Northwest Illinois

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

Median annual salary $35,610 -13.9% vs national
Median hourly $17.12
10th percentile $32,460
90th percentile $45,730
Employed locally 220
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,460
    25th
    $32,670
    50th (median)
    $35,610
    75th
    $37,680
    90th
    $45,730

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,540
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,550
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,160
    Dental Hygienists $84,900
    Nurse Practitioners $128,070
    Psychiatric Technicians $50,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Northwest Illinois is $17.12, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Northwest Illinois is 13.9% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,460 per year in Northwest Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $32,670.