Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Southern Ohio

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

Median annual salary $36,980 -10.5% vs national
Median hourly $17.78
10th percentile $29,220
90th percentile $48,840
Employed locally 470
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,220
    25th
    $30,890
    50th (median)
    $36,980
    75th
    $46,840
    90th
    $48,840

    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 Ohio

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $78,980
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $58,220
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,120
    Pharmacists $134,760
    Nurse Practitioners $120,790
    Physicians, All Other $214,110

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Southern Ohio is $17.78, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.49 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Southern Ohio is 10.5% 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 Ohio?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,220 per year in Southern Ohio. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,890.