What paramedics earn in Utah and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City-Murray, UT | $71,440 | $34.35 | 660 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi, UT | $47,840 | $23.00 | 140 |
| Ogden, UT | $82,650 | $39.74 | 50 |
| High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area | $59,140 | $28.43 | 50 |
| Wasatch Front Fringe Utah nonmetropolitan area | $61,950 | $29.78 | 40 |
Paramedics in Utah earned a median of $65,420 a year ($31.45 an hour) in May 2025, 8% more than the national median of $60,600. The middle half earned $52,840 to $82,330.
Among areas in Utah, pay was highest in Ogden, UT at $82,650.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.