Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $35,650 -13.8% vs national
Median hourly $17.14
10th percentile $31,860
90th percentile $47,060
Employed locally 210
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $31,860
    25th
    $33,280
    50th (median)
    $35,650
    75th
    $39,760
    90th
    $47,060

    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 South Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,230
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,490
    Occupational Therapists $83,200
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $63,530
    Physicians, All Other $339,350

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in South Illinois is $17.14, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.63 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in South Illinois is 13.8% 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 South Illinois?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $31,860 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,280.