Ambulance Paramedic Salary in the United States

Ambulance Paramedic Salary

How much does an Ambulance Paramedic make?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Ambulance Paramedic in the United States is $48,902. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $44,300 to $55,080, with most professionals earning between $40,110 and $60,706.

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Ambulance Paramedic Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $40,110 US March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $44,300 US March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $48,902 US March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $55,080 US March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $60,706 US March 01, 2025
25% $44,300 10% $40,110 90% $60,706 75% $55,080 $48,902 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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What is an Ambulance Paramedic ?

A paramedic is a specialist healthcare professional who responds to emergency calls for medical help outside of a hospital. Paramedics mainly work as part of the emergency medical services (EMS), most often in ambulances. The scope of practice of a paramedic varies among countries, but generally includes autonomous decision making around the emergency care of patients. Not all ambulance personnel are paramedics, although the term is sometimes used informally to refer to any ambulance personnel. In English-speaking countries, there is an official distinction between paramedics and emergency m...

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  1. Down a level:

    Emergency Medical Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

  2. This Job:

    Ambulance Paramedic

    3 - 5 years experience
    Associate's Degree

  3. Up a level:

    EMT/Paramedic Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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Average Base Salary

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48902

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
44300
55080
48902
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ambulance Paramedic in the United States. The base salary for Ambulance Paramedic ranges from $44,300 to $55,080 with the average base salary of $48,902. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $44,300 to $55,080 with the average total cash compensation of $48,902.
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Skills associated with Ambulance Paramedic: Patient Care

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