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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Emergency Care Technician in New York is $38,672 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $19.
However, an Emergency Care Technician's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Emergency Care Technician Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $40,655 | $3,388 | $782 | $20 |
| Average | $38,672 | $3,223 | $744 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,351 | $2,863 | $661 | $17 |
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An Emergency Care Technician'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.
Experience is a primary driver of an Emergency Care Technician's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Emergency Care Technician | $37,652 |
| Intermediate Level Emergency Care Technician | $37,952 |
| Senior Level Emergency Care Technician | $38,372 |
| Specialist Level Emergency Care Technician | $39,030 |
| Expert Level Emergency Care Technician | $39,611 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Emergency Care Technicians. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
For Emergency Care Technician roles, the industry you choose can impact your earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the highest-paying industry, Healthcare, offers compensation 40% above the average. Conversely, Emergency Care Technician positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as this sector often view Emergency Care Technician as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare | $54,141 | $26.0 | 40% |
Understanding how an Emergency Care Technician'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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $40,655 | $3,388 | $782 | $20 |
| Average | $38,672 | $3,223 | $744 | $19 |
| 25th Percentile | $34,351 | $2,863 | $661 | $17 |
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