Paramedics Salary in Southeast Iowa

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

Median annual salary $51,580 -11.7% vs national
Median hourly $24.80
10th percentile $45,930
90th percentile $63,520
Employed locally 180
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $45,930
    25th
    $47,830
    50th (median)
    $51,580
    75th
    $58,250
    90th
    $63,520

    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 Southeast Iowa

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $76,430
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,680
    Pharmacy Technicians $39,900
    Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $60,860
    Nurse Practitioners $123,910
    Physical Therapists $97,070

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in Southeast Iowa?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in Southeast Iowa is $24.80, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $40.61 or more per hour.

    Is Southeast Iowa above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in Southeast Iowa is 11.7% 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 Southeast Iowa?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $45,930 per year in Southeast Iowa. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $47,830.