Paramedics Salary in Northeast Iowa

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Iowa nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $57,190 -2.1% vs national
Median hourly $27.49
10th percentile $45,930
90th percentile $64,760
Employed locally 100
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,930
    25th
    $52,400
    50th (median)
    $57,190
    75th
    $62,270
    90th
    $64,760

    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 Northeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $74,720
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $55,470
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,520
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $60,370
    Medical Records Specialists $46,600
    Nurse Practitioners $129,200

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in Northeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in Northeast Iowa is $27.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $33.14 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Iowa above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in Northeast Iowa is 2.1% 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 Northeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $45,930 per year in Northeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $52,400.