As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Ambulance Paramedic in Houston, TX is $48,765, equivalent to $23 per hour, $938 weekly, or $4,064 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 Houston, TX vary widely, spanning from $39,583 to $58,598. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($43,959) and 75th percentile ($53,912), while top earners (90th percentile) make $58,598 per year. This $9,953 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, Houston Ambulance Paramedic often earn 2.1% lower than national averages. However, Houston currently ranks 360 statewide 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 $39,583 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $43,959 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $48,765 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $53,912 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Ambulance Paramedic Salary $58,598 Houston, TX May 01, 2026
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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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Ambulance Paramedic in Houston, TX. The base salary for Ambulance Paramedic ranges from $43,959 to $53,912 with the average base salary of $48,765. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $50,282 to $62,176 with the average total cash compensation of $55,697.
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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

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