How much does an emergency medical technician make in Virginia?
$45,420a year
Median yearly pay for emergency medical technicians in Virginia. That is $21.84 an hour or $3,785 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.84
- Vs. national median
- +2%
- Rank among states
- 21 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 4,490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,540Median: $45,420Highest 10%: $59,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,540 | $17.57 | |
| 25th | $38,620 | $18.57 | |
| Median | $45,420 | $21.84 | |
| 75th | $50,390 | $24.23 | |
| 90th | $59,180 | $28.45 |
Cities in Virginia
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Washington, DC | $49,250 |
| Blacksburg, VA | $48,320 |
| Richmond, VA | $47,290 |
| Virginia Beach, VA | $45,900 |
| Staunton, VA | $42,990 |
| Roanoke, VA | $41,690 |
| Charlottesville, VA | $39,760 |
| Kingsport, TN | $36,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for emergency medical technicians.
| 18. Colorado | $45,750 |
| 19. Vermont | $45,600 |
| 20. Georgia | $45,550 |
| 21. Virginia | $45,420 |
| 22. North Carolina | $44,250 |
| 23. Pennsylvania | $43,310 |
| 24. Wisconsin | $43,060 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an emergency medical technician make an hour in Virginia?
The median hourly pay in Virginia is $21.84 ($45,420 a year).
Do emergency medical technicians make more in Virginia than the national average?
Yes: $45,420 against $44,470 nationally, 2% more.
Where does Virginia rank for emergency medical technician pay?
Virginia ranks 21 of 51 states.
Which city in Virginia pays emergency medical technicians the most?
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV, with a median of $49,250 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.