How much does a paramedic make in Florida?
$60,140a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in Florida. That is $28.91 an hour or $5,012 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.91
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,970
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,050Median: $60,140Highest 10%: $85,390
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,050 | $21.18 | |
| 25th | $49,090 | $23.60 | |
| Median | $60,140 | $28.91 | |
| 75th | $72,890 | $35.04 | |
| 90th | $85,390 | $41.05 |
Cities in Florida
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Port St. Lucie, FL | $78,570 |
| Miami, FL | $68,160 |
| Gainesville, FL | $61,920 |
| Jacksonville, FL | $60,800 |
| Cape Coral, FL | $60,140 |
| Pensacola, FL | $60,090 |
| Orlando, FL | $59,870 |
| North Port, FL | $58,860 |
| Panama City, FL | $58,610 |
| Crestview, FL | $58,600 |
| Tampa, FL | $58,560 |
| Tallahassee, FL | $57,250 |
| Lakeland, FL | $56,070 |
| Deltona, FL | $49,830 |
| Palm Bay, FL | $47,600 |
| Homosassa Springs, FL | $47,390 |
| Ocala, FL | $45,150 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paramedics.
| 25. Idaho | $60,380 |
| 26. Vermont | $60,360 |
| 27. Indiana | $60,320 |
| 28. Florida | $60,140 |
| 29. Wisconsin | $59,710 |
| 30. Nevada | $59,280 |
| 31. Missouri | $59,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make an hour in Florida?
The median hourly pay in Florida is $28.91 ($60,140 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Florida than the national average?
No: $60,140 against $60,600 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Florida rank for paramedic pay?
Florida ranks 28 of 51 states.
Which city in Florida pays paramedics the most?
Port St. Lucie, FL, with a median of $78,570 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.