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Emergency Medical Technicians Salary Guide for California

emergency medical technicians working in California earn an average of $45,620.00 per year, based on the latest available data.

Key Statistics

Total Employment
18,280
Annual Mean Salary
$45,620.00
Hourly Rate
$21.93
Estimated Monthly*
$3,508.80
*Based on 40-hour work week

California vs National Salary Trends

The chart below compares California's emergency medical technicians salaries against national figures. This comparison helps you understand if California offers competitive compensation and how local market conditions affect wages in this field.

California demonstrates a strong upward salary trend for emergency medical technicians, surpassing the national average. This indicates a favorable market for professionals in the field within the state.

Local Market Analysis

Salaries for emergency medical technicians can vary significantly within California. The breakdown below shows how compensation differs across metropolitan and rural areas, helping you identify the most financially rewarding locations in the state.

San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward

Annual Mean Salary
$58,840.00
Hourly Rate
$28.29
Employment
2,790 professionals
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San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara

Annual Mean Salary
$54,900.00
Hourly Rate
$26.40
Employment
810 professionals
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North Valley-Northern Mountains Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$49,190.00
Hourly Rate
$23.65
Employment
130 professionals
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Vallejo-Fairfield

Annual Mean Salary
$48,890.00
Hourly Rate
$23.50
Employment
300 professionals
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Stockton-Lodi

Annual Mean Salary
$46,750.00
Hourly Rate
$22.48
Employment
300 professionals
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Sacramento--Roseville--Arden-Arcade

Annual Mean Salary
$45,830.00
Hourly Rate
$22.03
Employment
1,100 professionals
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Santa Cruz-Watsonville

Annual Mean Salary
$45,050.00
Hourly Rate
$21.66
Employment
130 professionals
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Madera

Annual Mean Salary
$43,880.00
Hourly Rate
$21.09
Employment
60 professionals
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Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim

Annual Mean Salary
$43,590.00
Hourly Rate
$20.96
Employment
5,930 professionals
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Yuba City

Annual Mean Salary
$43,270.00
Hourly Rate
$20.80
Employment
80 professionals
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Santa Rosa

Annual Mean Salary
$43,000.00
Hourly Rate
$20.68
Employment
610 professionals
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Eastern Sierra-Mother Lode Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$42,800.00
Hourly Rate
$20.58
Employment
140 professionals
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North Coast Region of California nonmetropolitan area

Annual Mean Salary
$41,760.00
Hourly Rate
$20.08
Employment
220 professionals
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Bakersfield

Annual Mean Salary
$41,740.00
Hourly Rate
$20.07
Employment
100 professionals
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Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario

Annual Mean Salary
$41,540.00
Hourly Rate
$19.97
Employment
1,620 professionals
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Fresno

Annual Mean Salary
$40,640.00
Hourly Rate
$19.54
Employment
590 professionals
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Modesto

Annual Mean Salary
$39,950.00
Hourly Rate
$19.21
Employment
370 professionals
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San Diego-Carlsbad

Annual Mean Salary
$39,630.00
Hourly Rate
$19.05
Employment
1,200 professionals
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El Centro

Annual Mean Salary
$38,200.00
Hourly Rate
$18.36
Employment
70 professionals
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Santa Maria-Santa Barbara

Annual Mean Salary
$37,710.00
Hourly Rate
$18.13
Employment
490 professionals
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Merced

Annual Mean Salary
$36,440.00
Hourly Rate
$17.52
Employment
150 professionals
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Visalia-Porterville

Annual Mean Salary
$34,020.00
Hourly Rate
$16.36
Employment
150 professionals
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Data Source: All salary information is obtained from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics program. This data represents the most recent national employment and wage estimates for over 800 occupations. Note: Salary data is updated annually by the BLS. Regional variations may exist due to differences in cost of living, industry concentration, and local market conditions.