How much does an emergency medical technician make in Washington?
$52,690a year
Median yearly pay for emergency medical technicians in Washington. That is $25.33 an hour or $4,391 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.33
- Vs. national median
- +18%
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,940
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,290Median: $52,690Highest 10%: $60,960
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,290 | $17.93 | |
| 25th | $47,560 | $22.87 | |
| Median | $52,690 | $25.33 | |
| 75th | $56,580 | $27.20 | |
| 90th | $60,960 | $29.31 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $55,700 |
| Portland, OR | $52,010 |
| Olympia, WA | $51,760 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $49,870 |
| Spokane, WA | $47,560 |
| Kennewick, WA | $46,480 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for emergency medical technicians.
| 1. Hawaii | $66,410 |
| 2. Alaska | $57,440 |
| 3. New Jersey | $53,610 |
| 4. Washington | $52,690 |
| 5. Rhode Island | $51,290 |
| 6. Connecticut | $50,640 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $50,230 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an emergency medical technician make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $25.33 ($52,690 a year).
Do emergency medical technicians make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $52,690 against $44,470 nationally, 18% more.
Where does Washington rank for emergency medical technician pay?
Washington ranks 4 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays emergency medical technicians the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $55,700 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.