Emergency Medical Technicians Salary in Western Washington

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Washington nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $48,850 +18.2% vs national
Median hourly $23.49
10th percentile $36,930
90th percentile $60,000
Employed locally 240
National median $41,340

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,930
    25th
    $38,060
    50th (median)
    $48,850
    75th
    $55,570
    90th
    $60,000

    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 Western Washington

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$103,400
    Pharmacy Technicians$49,200
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$79,820
    Paramedics$85,590
    Physicians, All Other$315,660
    Pharmacists$155,330

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Emergency Medical Technicians make per hour in Western Washington?

    The median hourly wage for Emergency Medical Technicians in Western Washington is $23.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $27.72 or more per hour.

    Is Western Washington above or below average for Emergency Medical Technicians salaries?

    The median Emergency Medical Technicians salary in Western Washington is 18.2% 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 Western Washington?

    Entry-level Emergency Medical Technicians (10th percentile) earn around $36,930 per year in Western Washington. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $38,060.