Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| North Carolina | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $57,320 | $61,458 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $27.56 | $29.55 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,785.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in North Carolina is $57,320, or about $27.56 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. North Carolina is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in North Carolina typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,660 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $57,320, North Carolina offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.