Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Kentucky
In Kentucky, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $17.69 an hour ($36,800 a year). About 2,770 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). Kentucky ranks 43rd of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Kentucky
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.33 | $29,800 |
| 25% of workers | $15.00 | $31,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.69 | $36,800 |
| 75% of workers | $21.34 | $44,380 |
| 90% of workers | $24.01 | $49,950 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Kentucky metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County | $45,210 | 800 |
| Lexington-Fayette | $43,660 | 240 |
| Bowling Green | $37,600 | 90 |
| Paducah | $37,140 | 80 |
Kentucky 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 Kentucky
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,040 |
| Nursing Assistants | $38,370 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $60,460 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $72,750 |
| Paramedics | $49,890 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $60,980 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $40,370 |
| Emergency Medicine Physicians | $169,390 |
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