How much does a paramedic make in Massachusetts?
$66,340a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in Massachusetts. That is $31.89 an hour or $5,528 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.89
- Vs. national median
- +9%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $60,410Median: $66,340Highest 10%: $84,540
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $60,410 | $29.04 | |
| 25th | $63,770 | $30.66 | |
| Median | $66,340 | $31.89 | |
| 75th | $77,330 | $37.18 | |
| 90th | $84,540 | $40.64 |
Cities in Massachusetts
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Barnstable Town, MA | $73,570 |
| Boston, MA | $66,460 |
| Providence, RI | $66,370 |
| Pittsfield, MA | $64,750 |
| Worcester, MA | $64,400 |
| Amherst Town, MA | $61,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paramedics.
| 9. New York | $73,200 |
| 10. Alaska | $71,860 |
| 11. Maryland | $66,660 |
| 12. Massachusetts | $66,340 |
| 13. Utah | $65,420 |
| 14. Delaware | $64,240 |
| 15. New Hampshire | $64,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make an hour in Massachusetts?
The median hourly pay in Massachusetts is $31.89 ($66,340 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Massachusetts than the national average?
Yes: $66,340 against $60,600 nationally, 9% more.
Where does Massachusetts rank for paramedic pay?
Massachusetts ranks 12 of 51 states.
Which city in Massachusetts pays paramedics the most?
Barnstable Town, MA, with a median of $73,570 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.