Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in West Central Illinois

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West Central Illinois nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $35,310 -14.6% vs national
Median hourly $16.97
10th percentile $32,680
90th percentile $47,960
Employed locally 500
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $32,680
    25th
    $34,610
    50th (median)
    $35,310
    75th
    $40,690
    90th
    $47,960

    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 West Central Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $77,010
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $62,000
    Pharmacy Technicians $41,170
    Paramedics $47,610
    Nurse Practitioners $126,780
    Pharmacists $138,050

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in West Central Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in West Central Illinois is $16.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.87 or more per hour.

    Is West Central Illinois above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in West Central Illinois is 14.6% 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 West Central Illinois?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $32,680 per year in West Central Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,610.