Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Ohio | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $51,300 | $61,458 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.66 | $29.55 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $55,280.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Ohio is $51,300, or about $24.66 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Ohio is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Ohio typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 3,600 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $51,300, Ohio offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.