How much does a paramedic make in Washington?
$104,300a year
Median yearly pay for paramedics in Washington. That is $50.15 an hour or $8,693 a month.
- Hourly
- $50.15
- Vs. national median
- +72%
- Rank among states
- 1 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $61,010Median: $104,300Highest 10%: $133,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $61,010 | $29.33 | |
| 25th | $80,320 | $38.62 | |
| Median | $104,300 | $50.15 | |
| 75th | $123,300 | $59.28 | |
| 90th | $133,000 | $63.96 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Seattle, WA | $123,300 |
| Olympia, WA | $120,300 |
| Bellingham, WA | $120,000 |
| Bremerton, WA | $119,700 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $109,600 |
| Kennewick, WA | $101,300 |
| Spokane, WA | $79,400 |
| Wenatchee, WA | $63,520 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for paramedics.
| 1. Washington | $104,300 |
| 2. New Jersey | $86,630 |
| 3. Hawaii | $81,280 |
| 4. District of Columbia | $78,550 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a paramedic make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $50.15 ($104,300 a year).
Do paramedics make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $104,300 against $60,600 nationally, 72% more.
Where does Washington rank for paramedic pay?
Washington ranks 1 of 51 states.
Which city in Washington pays paramedics the most?
Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA, with a median of $123,300 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.