Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Southeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $40,360 -2.4% vs national
Median hourly $19.41
10th percentile $37,090
90th percentile $70,170
Employed locally 260
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,090
    25th
    $38,360
    50th (median)
    $40,360
    75th
    $52,000
    90th
    $70,170

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,680
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,900
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $60,860
    Nurse Practitioners $123,910
    Physical Therapists $97,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Southeast Iowa is $19.41, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $29.60 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Southeast Iowa is 2.4% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $37,090 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,360.