Paramedics Salary in Maryland

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Maryland nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $54,560 -6.6% vs national
Median hourly $26.23
10th percentile $49,040
90th percentile $79,530
Employed locally 130
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $49,040
    25th
    $54,310
    50th (median)
    $54,560
    75th
    $63,120
    90th
    $79,530

    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 Maryland

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $88,510
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $63,560
    Pharmacy Technicians $45,380
    Nurse Practitioners $117,520
    Pharmacists $132,600
    Emergency Medical Technicians $45,160

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in Maryland?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in Maryland is $26.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.64 or more per hour.

    Is Maryland above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in Maryland is 6.6% 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 Maryland?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $49,040 per year in Maryland. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $54,310.