Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $63,910 | $61,458 | +4% |
| Median hourly wage | $30.73 | $29.55 | +4% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $61,988.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Colorado is $63,910, or about $30.73 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Colorado is +4% above the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,110 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $63,910, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.