How much does a paramedic make in Colombia?
This is an estimate of the median gross salary. That is COP 2,135,800 a month. estimate
- Equals
- $6,323
- Compared with the median pay in Colombia
- 1.4 times
- Data from
- 2025
Where Colombia 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 |
| 83. Dominican Republic estimate | $6,328 |
| 84. Colombia estimate | $6,323 |
| 85. Vanuatu estimate | $5,990 |
| 143. Malawi estimate | $436 |
Similar jobs
Technicians and associate professionals
- Dental hygienistCOP 20,154,500
- Health records clerkCOP 22,206,000
- Community health workerCOP 22,720,300
- OpticianCOP 19,483,300
- Therapy assistantCOP 17,423,100
- Medical assistantCOP 18,351,700
- Quality inspectorCOP 25,076,300
- Health screenerCOP 20,799,300
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make a month in Colombia?
The median gross salary is COP 2,135,800 a month, COP 25,629,700 a year.
How much does a paramedic make starting out and with experience?
The lowest-paid 10%, usually people starting out, make around COP 22,859,000 a year; the top 10%, with experience or senior roles, make more than COP 29,348,600.
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 Colombia or in United States?
In United States: $50,240 a year against $6,323 in Colombia, 7.9 times more.
Who makes more, a paramedic or a dental hygienist?
A paramedic: COP 25,629,700 a year against COP 20,154,500 for a dental hygienist, 1.3 times more.
Source: International Labour Organization (ILOSTAT), pay by major occupation group, 2025. How we calculate