Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Tennessee
In Tennessee, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $19.39 an hour ($40,330 a year). About 3,860 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($44,470). Tennessee ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Tennessee
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.29 | $29,720 |
| 25% of workers | $17.74 | $36,910 |
| Half of workers (median) | $19.39 | $40,330 |
| 75% of workers | $23.28 | $48,430 |
| 90% of workers | $28.54 | $59,370 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Tennessee metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Morristown | $51,000 | 100 |
| Clarksville | $48,480 | 120 |
| Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin | $47,990 | 930 |
| Chattanooga | $41,390 | 270 |
| Jackson | $39,180 | 120 |
| Memphis | $38,620 | 860 |
| Knoxville | $38,330 | 560 |
| Kingsport-Bristol | $36,680 | 220 |
| Johnson City | $36,620 | 120 |
Tennessee 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 Tennessee
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,500 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,990 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $58,870 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $39,800 |
| Paramedics | $57,690 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $72,140 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $76,650 |
| Surgical Assistants | $81,640 |
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