Paramedics Salary in East Tennessee

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

Median annual salary $45,420 -22.2% vs national
Median hourly $21.84
10th percentile $37,570
90th percentile $61,890
Employed locally 150
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $37,570
    25th
    $37,580
    50th (median)
    $45,420
    75th
    $47,850
    90th
    $61,890

    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 Tennessee

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses$71,110
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$51,380
    Pharmacy Technicians$36,180
    Pharmacists$124,990
    Nurse Practitioners$106,040
    Emergency Medical Technicians$34,620

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in East Tennessee?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in East Tennessee is $21.84, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.76 or more per hour.

    Is East Tennessee above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in East Tennessee is 22.2% 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 Tennessee?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $37,570 per year in East Tennessee. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $37,580.