Paramedics pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for paramedics is $28.45 an hour ($59,180 a year). About 3,300 people work in this job there.
That is 2% lower than the U.S. median ($60,600). Missouri ranks 31st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $21.86 | $45,480 |
| 25% of workers | $23.67 | $49,230 |
| Half of workers (median) | $28.45 | $59,180 |
| 75% of workers | $35.47 | $73,780 |
| 90% of workers | $39.09 | $81,300 |
Paramedics pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $63,050 | 1,890 |
| Kansas City | $59,520 | 750 |
| Springfield | $59,230 | 190 |
| Cape Girardeau | $51,650 | 30 |
| Joplin | $49,480 | 100 |
| Jefferson City | $48,080 | 80 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (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 Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $81,780 |
| Nursing Assistants | $37,680 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $61,530 |
| Medical Assistants | $40,440 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $78,390 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $42,160 |
| Surgical Assistants | $49,400 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $40,100 |
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