Paramedics Salary in Puerto Rico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Puerto Rico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $24,220 -58.5% vs national
Median hourly $11.64
10th percentile $20,730
90th percentile $29,210
Employed locally 30
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $20,730
    25th
    $22,360
    50th (median)
    $24,220
    75th
    $29,070
    90th
    $29,210

    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 Puerto Rico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $35,610
    Pharmacy Technicians $23,490
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $33,980
    Pharmacists $102,920
    Family Medicine Physicians $104,000
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $25,060

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in Puerto Rico?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in Puerto Rico is $11.64, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $14.63 or more per hour.

    Is Puerto Rico above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in Puerto Rico is 58.5% 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 Puerto Rico?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $20,730 per year in Puerto Rico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $22,360.