How much does An ambulance nurse make hourly?

As of May 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of ambulance nurse in the United States is $42. While Salary.com is seeing that ambulance nurse salary in the US can go up to $52 or down to $35, but most earn between $39 and $47. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of ambulance nurse in the United States.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
ambulance nurse Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile ambulance nurse Salary $35 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile ambulance nurse Salary $39 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile ambulance nurse Salary $42 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile ambulance nurse Salary $47 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile ambulance nurse Salary $52 US May 01, 2026
25% $39 10% $35 90% $52 75% $47 $42 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is An ambulance nurse ?

Ambulance nurses, also known as emergency medical nurses, play a critical role in providing immediate care to patients in emergency situations. Their responsibilities include assessing patients' conditions, administering medications, performing life-saving procedures, and coordinating with paramedics and other healthcare professionals during transport to medical facilities. The salary for ambulance nurses can vary based on factors such as location, experience, and the healthcare system in which they work. On average, ambulance nurses earn between $60,000 and $90,000 annually, with potential ...

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These charts show the average hourly wage (core compensation), as well as the average total hourly cash compensation for the job of ambulance nurse in the United States. The average hourly rate for ambulance nurse ranges from $39 to $47 with the average hourly pay of $42. The total hourly cash compensation, which includes base and short-term incentives, can vary anywhere from $38 to $49 with the average total hourly cash compensation of $43.

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