Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $37,460 -9.4% vs national
Median hourly $18.01
10th percentile $29,340
90th percentile $47,210
Employed locally 290
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,340
    25th
    $31,430
    50th (median)
    $37,460
    75th
    $40,250
    90th
    $47,210

    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 Southwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $79,970
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $56,760
    Pharmacy Technicians $35,840
    Pharmacists $139,020
    Physical Therapists $98,000
    Psychiatric Technicians $39,100

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Southwestern Pennsylvania is $18.01, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.06 or more per hour.

    Is Southwestern Pennsylvania above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Southwestern Pennsylvania is 9.4% 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 Southwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $29,340 per year in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $31,430.