Public Service Jackson, MS Pop. 153,701

EMT/Paramedic Salary in Jackson, Mississippi

The median emt/paramedic salary in Jackson, MS is $33,091 per year, which is 15% below the national median and 2.4% above the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$33,091
vs State Avg
+$779
vs National
$-5,839
Cost of Living
85%

EMT/Paramedic Salary in Jackson by Experience

In Jackson, an entry-level emt/paramedic earns around $23,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $49,300 per year. The local cost of living index is 85% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$23,800
$-4,200 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$34,000
$-6,000 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$49,300
$-8,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Jackson, MS

Percentile Jackson
10th Percentile $22,100
25th Percentile $26,350
Median (50th) $33,091
75th Percentile $42,500
90th Percentile $52,700

EMT/Paramedic Salary in Other Mississippi Cities

Southaven, MS
$32,701
Pop. 55,026
Biloxi, MS
$32,312
Pop. 46,212
Gulfport, MS
$31,923
Pop. 72,926
Hattiesburg, MS
$31,144
Pop. 48,728

How to Become a EMT/Paramedic in Jackson

Education

Most emt/paramedic positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Jackson and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Emergency MedicineCPR/ALSPatient AssessmentTrauma CareCommunicationDriving

Job Outlook

Nationally, emt/paramedic employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Jackson may vary based on local industry and population growth.