Paramedic Salary in Philadelphia, PA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$48,944
Hourly Rate
$23.53
/hour
Jobs in Area
307
employed
Paramedic Salary Range in Philadelphia, PA
Annual Salary Range
$31k
10th percentile
$39k
25th
$58k
75th
$71k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $30,746 | $14.78 |
| 25th Percentile | $39,334 | $18.91 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $48,944 | $23.53 |
| 75th Percentile | $58,103 | $27.93 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $70,975 | $34.12 |
| Average (Mean) | $53,201 | $25.58 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Paramedic salary in Philadelphia, PA is $48,944 per year or $23.53 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Philadelphia, PA Compares
vs National Average
$49,090
vs Pennsylvania Average
$47,857
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$46,971
Cost of living in Philadelphia, PA is 4.2% above the national average.
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