Paramedics Salary in District of Columbia
Paramedics in District of Columbia earn a median of $78,550 a year, +30% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,550
- vs. U.S. median
- +30% ($60,600)
- Rank among states
- 4 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 90
Pay range in District of Columbia
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,980; the top 10% earn over $96,640. Nationally the range is $44,230 to $84,850.
States ranked near District of Columbia
Similar jobs in District of Columbia
- Acute Care Nurses$102,540 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Critical Care Nurses$102,540 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Emergency Medicine Physicians$318,200 median in District of Columbia
- Ophthalmic Medical Technologists$55,920 median in District of Columbia (broader BLS group)
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses$75,740 median in District of Columbia
- Registered Nurses$102,540 median in District of Columbia
Paramedics pay in District of Columbia
How much do paramedics make in District of Columbia?
The median is $78,550 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,980 and the top 10% earn over $96,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is District of Columbia a good state for paramedics?
On pay alone it ranks 4 of 51 (+30% vs. the national median of $60,600). Living costs are not included.