Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Massachusetts | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $66,340 | $61,458 | +8% |
| Median hourly wage | $31.89 | $29.55 | +8% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $62,703.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Massachusetts is $66,340, or about $31.89 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Massachusetts is +8% above the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Massachusetts typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,860 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $66,340, Massachusetts offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.