Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Southwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,380 +7.4% vs national
Median hourly $21.34
10th percentile $33,570
90th percentile $65,710
Employed locally 210
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,570
    25th
    $38,530
    50th (median)
    $44,380
    75th
    $50,100
    90th
    $65,710

    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 Southwest Colorado

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$89,650
    Physical Therapists$95,640
    Pharmacy Technicians$47,590
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$63,120
    Dental Hygienists$102,020
    Nurse Practitioners$125,560

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Southwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Southwest Colorado is $21.34, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $32.84 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Colorado above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Southwest Colorado is 7.4% 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 Southwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $33,570 per year in Southwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,530.