Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $17.42 an hour ($36,230 a year). About 1,120 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). Arkansas ranks 46th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.64 | $28,370 |
| 25% of workers | $15.31 | $31,840 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.42 | $36,230 |
| 75% of workers | $20.04 | $41,670 |
| 90% of workers | $24.00 | $49,910 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $41,670 | 110 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $37,530 | 240 |
| Hot Springs | $34,830 | 80 |
| Jonesboro | $34,680 | 60 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for emergency medical technicians
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.8% over ten years, faster than average · about 13,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Nursing Assistants | $34,430 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $56,620 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $35,930 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $73,870 |
| Paramedics | $50,310 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $38,680 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $49,670 |
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