Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Illinois
In Illinois, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $20.32 an hour ($42,260 a year). About 7,840 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). Illinois ranks 26th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Illinois
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.51 | $36,420 |
| 25% of workers | $18.96 | $39,430 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.32 | $42,260 |
| 75% of workers | $23.87 | $49,640 |
| 90% of workers | $65.14 | $135,490 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Illinois metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford | $45,760 | 70 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin | $44,020 | 5,610 |
| Bloomington | $41,070 | 80 |
| Springfield | $38,650 | 110 |
| Peoria | $37,870 | 450 |
Illinois unemployment rate: 4.7% (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 Illinois
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $95,990 |
| Nursing Assistants | $45,960 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,000 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $46,200 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $84,090 |
| Paramedics | $60,660 |
| Surgical Assistants | $80,210 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $61,870 |
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