As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ambulance Paramedic in District of Columbia is $54,194, equivalent to $26 per hour, $1,042 weekly, or $4,516 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Ambulance Paramedic in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Ambulance Paramedic in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $44,000 to $65,133. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($48,858) and 75th percentile ($59,920), while top earners (90th percentile) make $65,133 per year. This $11,062 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Critical Thinking or CPR, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Ambulance Paramedic often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 7 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Ambulance Paramedic job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Ambulance Paramedic Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $44,000 DC September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $48,858 DC September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $54,194 DC September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $59,920 DC September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $65,133 DC September 01, 2026
25% $48,858 10% $44,000 90% $65,133 75% $59,920 $54,194 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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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $62,113 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $62,116 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $62,116 Date Updated September 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $62,116 Date Updated September 01, 2026
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