Emergency Medical Technician Salary in Illinois
Emergency Medical Technicians in Illinois earn a median of $42,260 a year, or $20.32 an hour. That ranks Illinois #26 of 51 states and is $2,210 less than the national median.
- Median / year
- $42,260
- Median / hour
- $20.32
- Employed
- 7,840
- National rank
- #26of 51
Pay range in Illinois
Emergency Medical Technician pay by Illinois metro area
| Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Rockford, IL | $45,760 | 70 |
| Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN | $44,020 | 5,610 |
| St. Louis, MO-IL | $41,910 | 1,550 |
| Bloomington, IL | $41,070 | 80 |
| Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL | $39,830 | 160 |
| Springfield, IL | $38,650 | 110 |
| Peoria, IL | $37,870 | 450 |
| Paducah, KY-IL | $37,140 | 80 |
| Cape Girardeau, MO-IL | $35,550 | 50 |
FAQ
How much does an emergency medical technician make in Illinois?
The median annual wage is $42,260 ($20.32 per hour), according to the BLS for May 2025. That is $2,210 below the U.S. median of $44,470.
What do entry-level EMTs make in Illinois?
The lowest-paid 10% of Illinois EMTs earned $36,420 or less ($17.51/hour), a reasonable estimate for new graduates.
Where do EMTs earn the most in Illinois?
Rockford, IL has the highest metro median at $45,760.
How many EMTs work in Illinois?
About 7,840 EMTs were employed in Illinois in May 2025.