Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $104,310 | $61,458 | +70% |
| Median hourly wage | $50.15 | $29.55 | +70% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,486.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Washington is $104,310, or about $50.15 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Washington is +70% above the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,110 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $104,310, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.