Paramedics Salary in Southwest Minnesota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Minnesota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $74,230 +27.1% vs national
Median hourly $35.69
10th percentile $58,920
90th percentile $80,400
Employed locally 80
National median $58,410

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,920
    25th
    $61,520
    50th (median)
    $74,230
    75th
    $77,370
    90th
    $80,400

    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 Southwest Minnesota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Registered Nurses $84,710
    Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $59,360
    Pharmacy Technicians $46,500
    Emergency Medical Technicians $41,440
    Pharmacists $141,530
    Dental Hygienists $94,960

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Paramedics make per hour in Southwest Minnesota?

    The median hourly wage for Paramedics in Southwest Minnesota is $35.69, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.65 or more per hour.

    Is Southwest Minnesota above or below average for Paramedics salaries?

    The median Paramedics salary in Southwest Minnesota is 27.1% above 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 Southwest Minnesota?

    Entry-level Paramedics (10th percentile) earn around $58,920 per year in Southwest Minnesota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $61,520.