Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in South Nebraska

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

Median annual salary $45,830 +10.9% vs national
Median hourly $22.03
10th percentile $30,150
90th percentile $51,530
Employed locally 150
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,150
    25th
    $33,430
    50th (median)
    $45,830
    75th
    $50,250
    90th
    $51,530

    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 Nebraska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$79,680
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$59,690
    Pharmacy Technicians$38,100
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$62,090
    Physical Therapists$91,560
    Nurse Practitioners$128,730

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in South Nebraska is $22.03, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in South Nebraska is 10.9% 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 South Nebraska?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $30,150 per year in South Nebraska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,430.