Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $20.27 an hour ($42,160 a year). About 2,800 people work in this job there.
That is 5% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). Missouri ranks 27th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.53 | $34,390 |
| 25% of workers | $17.82 | $37,060 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.27 | $42,160 |
| 75% of workers | $22.71 | $47,230 |
| 90% of workers | $27.93 | $58,090 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia | $43,980 | 80 |
| Springfield | $43,700 | 280 |
| Kansas City | $42,670 | 500 |
| St. Louis | $41,910 | 1,550 |
| Joplin | $39,670 | 80 |
| St. Joseph | $38,680 | 50 |
| Jefferson City | $36,770 | 100 |
| Cape Girardeau | $35,550 | 50 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,780 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,530 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $45,840 |
| Paramedics | $59,180 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $78,390 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $73,680 |
| Surgical Assistants | $49,400 |
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