Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Southwest Virginia

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

Median annual salary $35,900 -13.2% vs national
Median hourly $17.26
10th percentile $28,910
90th percentile $47,070
Employed locally 380
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $28,910
    25th
    $33,890
    50th (median)
    $35,900
    75th
    $45,280
    90th
    $47,070

    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 Virginia

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,260
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,300
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,920
    Pharmacists $131,640
    Psychiatric Technicians $41,440
    Nurse Practitioners $116,630

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Southwest Virginia is $17.26, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.32 or more per hour.

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

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Southwest Virginia is 13.2% 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 Southwest Virginia?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $28,910 per year in Southwest Virginia. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $33,890.