Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Southwest Minnesota

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

Median annual salary $41,440 +0.2% vs national
Median hourly $19.92
10th percentile $32,360
90th percentile $56,330
Employed locally 260
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,360
    25th
    $35,970
    50th (median)
    $41,440
    75th
    $45,880
    90th
    $56,330

    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 Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$84,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$59,360
    Pharmacy Technicians$46,500
    Pharmacists$141,530
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians$68,640
    Dental Hygienists$94,960

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Southwest Minnesota is $19.92, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $26.86 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Southwest Minnesota is 0.2% 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 Minnesota?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,360 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,970.