Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Nebraska
In Nebraska, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $20.05 an hour ($41,710 a year). About 540 people work in this job there.
That is 6% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). Nebraska ranks 28th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Nebraska
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.86 | $35,060 |
| 25% of workers | $17.71 | $36,830 |
| Half of workers (median) | $20.05 | $41,710 |
| 75% of workers | $25.04 | $52,070 |
| 90% of workers | $33.01 | $68,670 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Nebraska metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Omaha | $41,350 | 250 |
| Lincoln | $35,820 | 40 |
Nebraska unemployment rate: 2.9% (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 Nebraska
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $84,730 |
| Nursing Assistants | $40,000 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $62,660 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $57,370 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $81,590 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $46,610 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $60,540 |
| Radiologic Technologists and Technicians | $72,860 |
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