Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Southern Michigan

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southern Michigan nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,790 -13.4% vs national
Median hourly $17.21
10th percentile $29,270
90th percentile $46,800
Employed locally 140
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,270
    25th
    $34,520
    50th (median)
    $35,790
    75th
    $37,970
    90th
    $46,800

    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 Southern Michigan

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,860
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,280
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,970
    Physical Therapists $81,820
    Pharmacists $130,020
    Dental Hygienists $77,500

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Southern Michigan?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Southern Michigan is $17.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $20.84 or more per hour.

    Is Southern Michigan above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Southern Michigan is 13.4% 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 Southern Michigan?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,270 per year in Southern Michigan. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,520.