Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $60,480 | $61,458 | -2% |
| Median hourly wage | $29.08 | $29.55 | -2% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $59,822.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Virginia is $60,480, or about $29.08 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Virginia is -2% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,960 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $60,480, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.