How much does a paramedic make in Brazil?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is R$3,204 a month. estimate
- Approx. take-home per month
- R$2,913
- Equals
- $6,881
- Compared with the median pay in Brazil
- 1.5 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Brazil ranks among 143 countries
Each line is a country, on a log scale from $100 to $200,000 a year.
In other countries
Median gross salary a year, in dollars.
| 1. Switzerland estimate | $100,400 |
| 2. Australia | $86,400 |
| 3. Iceland estimate | $81,580 |
| 78. Tonga estimate | $6,924 |
| 79. Brazil estimate | $6,881 |
| 80. Moldova estimate | $6,586 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $436 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Dental hygienistR$30,230
- Health records clerkR$33,310
- Community health workerR$34,080
- OpticianR$29,220
- Therapy assistantR$26,130
- Medical assistantR$27,530
- Quality inspectorR$37,610
- Health screenerR$31,200
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make a month in Brazil?
The median gross salary is R$3,204 a month, R$38,440 a year.
How much does a paramedic make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around R$34,290 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than R$44,020.
Which country pays a paramedic the most?
Australia, with a median of $86,400 a year before tax, according to our data.
Does a paramedic make more in Brazil or in United States?
In United States: $50,240 a year against $6,881 in Brazil, 7.3 times more.
Who makes more, a paramedic or a dental hygienist?
A paramedic: R$38,440 a year against R$30,230 for a dental hygienist, 1.3 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate