Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for emergency medical technicians is $25.33 an hour ($52,690 a year). About 2,940 people work in this job there.
That is 18% higher than the U.S. median ($44,470). Washington ranks 4th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for emergency medical technicians in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $17.93 | $37,290 |
| 25% of workers | $22.87 | $47,560 |
| Half of workers (median) | $25.33 | $52,690 |
| 75% of workers | $27.20 | $56,580 |
| 90% of workers | $29.31 | $60,960 |
Emergency Medical Technicians pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $55,700 | 1,290 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $51,760 | 140 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $49,870 | 100 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $47,560 | 300 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $46,480 | 110 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $124,200 |
| Nursing Assistants | $49,180 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $83,150 |
| Paramedics | $104,310 |
| Psychiatric Technicians | $52,470 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $101,130 |
| Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians | $83,790 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $58,900 |
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