EMT/Paramedic Salary in Iowa
Explore emt/paramedic salaries in Iowa including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in IA
$34,965
Monthly: $2,914
Biweekly: $1,345
Entry Level
$24,681
Monthly: $2,057
Biweekly: $949
Senior Level
$47,717
Monthly: $3,976
Biweekly: $1,835
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $24,681 | $34,965 | $47,717 |
| Monthly | $2,057 | $2,914 | $3,976 |
| Biweekly | $949 | $1,345 | $1,835 |
| Weekly | $475 | $672 | $918 |
| Hourly | $12 | $17 | $23 |
IA vs National Comparison
National Median
$42,640
IA Median
$34,965
Difference
-$7,675
Multiplier
0.82x
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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