Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Illinois | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,660 | $61,458 | -1% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.16 | $29.55 | -1% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,660.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Illinois is $60,660, or about $29.16 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Illinois is -1% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Illinois typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,890 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $60,660, Illinois offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.