Paramedics Salary in South Florida

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Florida nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $52,440 -10.2% vs national
Median hourly $25.21
10th percentile $33,030
90th percentile $83,600
Employed locally 90
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $33,030
    25th
    $35,880
    50th (median)
    $52,440
    75th
    $75,000
    90th
    $83,600

    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 South Florida

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,410
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,120
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $61,970
    Physicians, All Other $188,510
    Nurse Practitioners $109,470
    Pharmacists $136,480

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in South Florida?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in South Florida is $25.21, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $49.61 or more per hour.

    Is South Florida above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in South Florida is 10.2% 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 South Florida?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $33,030 per year in South Florida. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,880.