EMT/Paramedic Salary in New Jersey
Explore emt/paramedic salaries in New Jersey including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in NJ
$51,168
Monthly: $4,264
Biweekly: $1,968
Entry Level
$36,119
Monthly: $3,010
Biweekly: $1,389
Senior Level
$69,829
Monthly: $5,819
Biweekly: $2,686
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $36,119 | $51,168 | $69,829 |
| Monthly | $3,010 | $4,264 | $5,819 |
| Biweekly | $1,389 | $1,968 | $2,686 |
| Weekly | $695 | $984 | $1,343 |
| Hourly | $17 | $25 | $34 |
NJ vs National Comparison
National Median
$42,640
NJ Median
$51,168
Difference
+$8,528
Multiplier
1.20x
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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