Paramedics Salary in Burlington, VT

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Burlington-South Burlington, VT

Median annual salary $60,510 +3.6% vs national
Median hourly $29.09
10th percentile $47,770
90th percentile $74,110
Employed locally 30
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,770
    25th
    $50,140
    50th (median)
    $60,510
    75th
    $61,790
    90th
    $74,110

    Burlington economic context

    Unemployment rate 2.00% 2024 annual avg • BLS LAUS
    Median household income $90,911 2023 • Census ACS
    Paramedics salary vs area income 67% Median Paramedics salary is 33% below the area median household income

    Top-paying metros for Paramedics

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA $129,020
    Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard, WA $120,870
    Bellingham, WA $108,330
    Mount Vernon-Anacortes, WA $105,250
    Walla Walla, WA $102,430
    Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater, WA $101,950

    Related occupations in Burlington, VT

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$84,660
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$65,140
    Pharmacy Technicians$45,910
    Physical Therapists$97,080
    Dental Hygienists$100,950
    Pharmacists$145,790

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in Burlington?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in Burlington, VT is $29.09, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $35.63 or more per hour.

    Is Burlington above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in Burlington, VT is 3.6% above the national median of $58,410. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Paramedics in Burlington?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $47,770 per year in Burlington, VT. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $50,140.