Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Mississippi
In Mississippi, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $17.61 an hour ($36,630 a year). About 1,390 people work in this job there.
That is 18% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). Mississippi ranks 45th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Mississippi
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $12.86 | $26,760 |
| 25% of workers | $14.00 | $29,120 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.61 | $36,630 |
| 75% of workers | $18.80 | $39,100 |
| 90% of workers | $23.22 | $48,290 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Mississippi metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Gulfport-Biloxi | $37,440 | 120 |
| Hattiesburg | $37,390 | 150 |
| Jackson | $36,800 | 450 |
Mississippi unemployment rate: 3.4% (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 Mississippi
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $77,090 |
| Nursing Assistants | $31,520 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $50,220 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $63,270 |
| Paramedics | $54,630 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $35,320 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $38,000 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $39,040 |
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