Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| District of Columbia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $78,550 | $61,458 | +28% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.76 | $29.55 | +28% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $71,474.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in District of Columbia is $78,550, or about $37.76 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. District of Columbia is +28% above the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in District of Columbia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 90 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $78,550, District of Columbia offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.