EMT/Paramedic Salary in North Carolina
Explore emt/paramedic salaries in North Carolina including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in NC
$37,523
Monthly: $3,127
Biweekly: $1,443
Entry Level
$26,487
Monthly: $2,207
Biweekly: $1,019
Senior Level
$51,208
Monthly: $4,267
Biweekly: $1,970
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $26,487 | $37,523 | $51,208 |
| Monthly | $2,207 | $3,127 | $4,267 |
| Biweekly | $1,019 | $1,443 | $1,970 |
| Weekly | $509 | $722 | $985 |
| Hourly | $13 | $18 | $25 |
NC vs National Comparison
National Median
$42,640
NC Median
$37,523
Difference
-$5,117
Multiplier
0.88x
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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