Paramedics pay in Washington
In Washington, the median pay for paramedics is $50.15 an hour ($104,310 a year). About 2,110 people work in this job there.
That is 72% higher than the U.S. median ($60,600). Washington ranks 1st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Washington
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $29.33 | $61,010 |
| 25% of workers | $38.62 | $80,320 |
| Half of workers (median) | $50.15 | $104,310 |
| 75% of workers | $59.28 | $123,310 |
| 90% of workers | $63.96 | $133,040 |
Paramedics pay in Washington metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue | $123,310 | 750 |
| Olympia-Lacey-Tumwater | $120,260 | 100 |
| Bellingham | $119,970 | 70 |
| Bremerton-Silverdale-Port Orchard | $119,700 | 80 |
| Mount Vernon-Anacortes | $109,620 | 70 |
| Kennewick-Richland | $101,250 | 80 |
| Spokane-Spokane Valley | $79,400 | 170 |
| Wenatchee-East Wenatchee | $63,520 | 60 |
Washington unemployment rate: 4.9% (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 Washington
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $124,200 |
| Nursing Assistants | $49,180 |
| Medical Assistants | $59,290 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $83,150 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $52,690 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $101,130 |
| Anesthesiologists | $499,990 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $58,900 |
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