The most current occupational employment data made available by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) shows that, as of May 2024, more than 41,560 Americans were working as EMTs (emergency medical technicians). The four-state Southwestern U.S. accounted for a bit more than 3,500 of those EMT. BLS data shows the Southwestern region to be a relatively weak one for EMT, with nearly every state in the region having an annual mean wage level for EMTs that was below the national average. A closer look at May 2024 BLS data shows the following details about EMT in the Southwestern U.S.:
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EMT and Paramedic Pay in the Southwestern U.S. |
| State | # Employed | Annual Mean Wages | Wage Rank* |
| AZ | 710 | $95,170 | 19th |
| NM | 110 | $87,930 | 26th |
| OK | 360 | $82,880 | 33rd |
| TX | 2,340 | $88,150 | 25th |
| U.S. | 41,560 | $89,999 | ------- |
(*) annual mean wage ranking among the 50 states and the District of Columbia
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OES. Data extracted on March 20, 2026
Interesting breakdown-really highlights how EMT Wheelie Life and paramedic pay can vary quite a bit across regions, especially compared to the national average.
ReplyDeleteBLS statistics show that EMT earnings in this region are incredibly low, which is quite a paradox.
ReplyDeleteIt's surprising to see how EMT wages in the Southwestern U.S. fall below the national average despite the essential nature of their work. I wonder how regional factors play into this disparity. I recently came across similar discussions about job trends on Crazy Cattle 3D, and it made me think about how undervalued certain professions can be.
ReplyDeleteIt’s honestly surprising to see such a gap in pay across these states, especially considering how physically demanding the job is. It reminds me of a discussion I had on Soul Date about how undervalued essential frontline workers often are. I really hope the compensation levels start to reflect the actual pressure these EMTs face every single day.
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