Paramedic Salary in Boston, MA
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$64,771
Hourly Rate
$31.14
/hour
Jobs in Area
282
employed
Paramedic Salary Range in Boston, MA
Annual Salary Range
$43k
10th percentile
$52k
25th
$79k
75th
$98k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $43,297 | $20.82 |
| 25th Percentile | $52,275 | $25.13 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $64,771 | $31.14 |
| 75th Percentile | $78,510 | $37.75 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $97,572 | $46.91 |
| Average (Mean) | $69,556 | $33.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Paramedic salary in Boston, MA is $64,771 per year or $31.14 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Boston, MA Compares
vs National Average
$53,320
vs Massachusetts Average
$57,361
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$43,646
Cost of living in Boston, MA is 48.4% above the national average.
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