EMT/Paramedic Salary in California
Explore emt/paramedic salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$54,579
Monthly: $4,548
Biweekly: $2,099
Entry Level
$38,527
Monthly: $3,211
Biweekly: $1,482
Senior Level
$74,484
Monthly: $6,207
Biweekly: $2,865
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $38,527 | $54,579 | $74,484 |
| Monthly | $3,211 | $4,548 | $6,207 |
| Biweekly | $1,482 | $2,099 | $2,865 |
| Weekly | $741 | $1,050 | $1,432 |
| Hourly | $19 | $26 | $36 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$42,640
CA Median
$54,579
Difference
+$11,939
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Provide emergency medical care and transport patients to hospitals.
Education
Paramedic certification; some positions require Associate's degree
Key Skills
Emergency CarePatient AssessmentCommunicationQuick Decision Making
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