What are the main factors that influence an Aemt's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Aemt?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Aemt roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change An Aemt's salary?

An Aemt's salary grows with experience: an Aemt (1-3 years)earns $41,628, a Paramedic (3-5 years)earns $50,054, an EMT/Paramedic Supervisor (5+ years)earns $68,085,

What are the highest paying states for an Aemt?

Aemt salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aemt roles are District of Columbia $44,317, California $44,149, Massachusetts $43,561. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aemt roles make?

Salaries for Aemt level roles vary by specialization: AEMT Transport Pediatric: $36,558.

Aemt Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aemt make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aemt in Delaware is $40,535 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.

However, an Aemt's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $47,893
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $35,287 to $44,386
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $30,509

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Aemt Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,386	$3,699	$854	$21
Average	$40,535	$3,378	$780	$19
25th Percentile	$35,287	$2,941	$679	$17

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Key Factors That Influence Aemt Salaries

An Aemt's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Aemt Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Aemts. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $44,317.
California: $44,149.
Massachusetts: $43,561.

District of Columbia $44,317 California $44,149 Massachusetts $43,561 Washington $43,401 New Jersey $43,385 Alaska $43,328 Connecticut $42,776 New York $42,552

Hawaii $41,835 Rhode Island $41,499 Maryland $41,271 Minnesota $40,959 Colorado $40,839 Illinois $40,799 Oregon $40,647 Delaware $40,535

New Hampshire $40,464 Virginia $40,306 Pennsylvania $39,846 Nevada $39,614 North Dakota $39,538 Michigan $39,418 Wisconsin $39,374 Vermont $39,286

Texas $39,042 Maine $39,026 Arizona $39,002 Ohio $38,974 Georgia $38,605 Indiana $38,421 Wyoming $38,385 Utah $38,329

Iowa $38,305 Kansas $38,113 Louisiana $38,057 North Carolina $38,037 Missouri $38,029 Florida $37,873 Montana $37,789 Nebraska $37,709

Kentucky $37,665 South Carolina $37,505 Tennessee $37,405 Idaho $37,365 New Mexico $37,072 Oklahoma $37,008 Alabama $36,772 South Dakota $36,376

Arkansas $36,160 West Virginia $36,044 Mississippi $35,695

Top Paying Cities for Aemts

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $40,352
Little Creek: $40,648
Magnolia: $40,589

Lincoln, DE $40,352 Little Creek, DE $40,648 Magnolia, DE $40,589 Milford, DE $40,455 Marydel, DE $40,521 Millsboro, DE $40,183 Millville, DE $40,245 Milton, DE $40,314

Nassau, DE $40,344 Ocean View, DE $40,238 Rehoboth Beach, DE $40,315 Seaford, DE $40,338 Selbyville, DE $40,171 Smyrna, DE $40,676 Viola, DE $40,488 Woodside, DE $40,597

Bear, DE $40,503 Newark, DE $40,488 Claymont, DE $40,571 Delaware City, DE $40,529 Hockessin, DE $40,485 Kirkwood, DE $40,521 Middletown, DE $40,537 Montchanin, DE $40,494

New Castle, DE $40,500 Odessa, DE $40,557 Port Penn, DE $40,584 Rockland, DE $40,498 Saint Georges, DE $40,524 Townsend, DE $40,586 Winterthur, DE $40,503 Lewes, DE $40,330

Wilmington, DE $40,487 Dover, DE $40,648 Dover Afb, DE $40,433 Bethany Beach, DE $40,196 Bethel, DE $40,237 Bridgeville, DE $40,332 Camden Wyoming, DE $40,533 Cheswold, DE $40,634

Clayton, DE $40,636 Dagsboro, DE $40,168 Delmar, DE $40,103 Ellendale, DE $40,225 Felton, DE $40,451 Fenwick Island, DE $40,176 Frankford, DE $40,106 Frederica, DE $40,491

Georgetown, DE $40,152 Greenwood, DE $40,339 Harbeson, DE $40,195 Harrington, DE $40,400 Hartly, DE $40,526 Houston, DE $40,343 Kenton, DE $40,638 Laurel, DE $40,128

Yorklyn, DE $40,497

Aemt Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aemt roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 20% above the average. Conversely, Aemt positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Aemt as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for an Aemt

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$48,642	$23.0	20%

Aemt Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aemt's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$35,287

Average $40,535/year

$44,386

$2,941

Average $3,378/month

$3,699

$679

Average $780/week

$854

$17

Average $19/hour

$21

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$44,386	$3,699	$854	$21
Average	$40,535	$3,378	$780	$19
25th Percentile	$35,287	$2,941	$679	$17

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Aemt Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aemt make in Delaware?

Key Factors That Influence Aemt Salaries

How Do Aemt Salaries Vary from State to State?

Top Paying Cities for Aemts

Aemt Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

The top paying industry for an Aemt

Aemt Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Salaries of jobs related to Aemt

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Cost of Living In Delaware

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