Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Missouri | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,180 | $61,458 | -4% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.45 | $29.55 | -4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $65,176.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Missouri is $59,180, or about $28.45 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Missouri is -4% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Missouri typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,300 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $59,180, Missouri offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.