Paramedics Salary in East Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,440 -37.6% vs national
Median hourly $17.52
10th percentile $34,800
90th percentile $58,280
Employed locally 200
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,800
    25th
    $34,980
    50th (median)
    $36,440
    75th
    $46,710
    90th
    $58,280

    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 East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $67,390
    Pharmacy Technicians $36,560
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $51,400
    Pharmacists $127,960
    Nurse Practitioners $102,850
    Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $64,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in East Kentucky is $17.52, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.20 or more per hour.

    Is East Kentucky above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in East Kentucky is 37.6% below 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 East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $34,800 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $34,980.