Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Alabama | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $48,540 | $61,458 | -21% |
| Median hourly wage | $23.34 | $29.55 | -21% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,662.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Alabama is $48,540, or about $23.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Alabama is -21% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Alabama typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,700 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $48,540, Alabama offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.