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EMT/Paramedic Salary in Dallas, Texas

The median emt/paramedic salary in Dallas, TX is $38,930 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 8.7% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$38,930
vs State Avg
+$3,114
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

EMT/Paramedic Salary in Dallas by Experience

In Dallas, an entry-level emt/paramedic earns around $28,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $58,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$28,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$40,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$58,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dallas, TX

Percentile Dallas
10th Percentile $26,000
25th Percentile $31,000
Median (50th) $38,930
75th Percentile $50,000
90th Percentile $62,000

EMT/Paramedic Salary in Other Texas Cities

Austin, TX
$40,877
Pop. 978,908
Houston, TX
$37,373
Pop. 2,304,580
Fort Worth, TX
$35,816
Pop. 918,915
San Antonio, TX
$34,258
Pop. 1,434,625

How to Become a EMT/Paramedic in Dallas

Education

Most emt/paramedic positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Dallas and the surrounding Texas 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 Dallas may vary based on local industry and population growth.