Paramedics Salary in South Illinois

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

Median annual salary $43,330 -25.8% vs national
Median hourly $20.83
10th percentile $29,120
90th percentile $58,700
Employed locally 160
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $29,120
    25th
    $35,060
    50th (median)
    $43,330
    75th
    $47,150
    90th
    $58,700

    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 Illinois

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $80,230
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $60,730
    Pharmacy Technicians $37,490
    Occupational Therapists $83,200
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $63,530
    Physicians, All Other $339,350

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in South Illinois?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in South Illinois is $20.83, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $30.24 or more per hour.

    Is South Illinois above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in South Illinois is 25.8% 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 Illinois?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $29,120 per year in South Illinois. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $35,060.