Paramedics pay in Denver-Aurora-Centennial
In Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO), the median pay for paramedics is $31.30 an hour ($65,090 a year). About 1,090 people work in this job there.
That is 7% higher than the U.S. median ($60,600). It is 2% higher than the Colorado median ($63,910).
Pay range for paramedics in Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $26.15 | $54,380 |
| 25% of workers | $28.82 | $59,940 |
| Half of workers (median) | $31.30 | $65,090 |
| 75% of workers | $37.68 | $78,370 |
| 90% of workers | $41.98 | $87,320 |
Paramedics pay in Colorado metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Greeley | $66,830 | 60 |
| Pueblo | $65,310 | 80 |
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial (this page) | $65,090 | 1,090 |
| Fort Collins-Loveland | $64,680 | 0 |
| Colorado Springs | $63,360 | 210 |
| Grand Junction | $62,000 | 50 |
| Boulder | $61,450 | 100 |
Colorado unemployment rate: 4% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Denver-Aurora-Centennial (CO)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $101,130 |
| Nursing Assistants | $49,110 |
| Medical Assistants | $49,700 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $75,810 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $45,750 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $85,870 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $50,970 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $70,050 |
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