Paramedics Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $29.13

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$21.27
25th$23.88
Median$29.13
75th$35.32
90th$40.80

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do paramedics make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $29.13; the mean hourly wage is $30.46.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for paramedics?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $21.27 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for paramedics?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $40.80 per hour.