Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 12,630 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $27,350 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $30,750 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $35,450 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $38,410 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $45,960 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$27K
25th
$31K
Median
$35K
75th
$38K
90th
$46K
Highest Paying States for Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | $57,690 |
| Nevada | $47,780 |
| Maryland | $42,710 |
| North Dakota | $41,910 |
| Massachusetts | $41,190 |
| Utah | $40,850 |
| New York | $39,940 |
| Tennessee | $39,350 |
| Oregon | $39,300 |
| California | $38,680 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Connecticut at an average of $57,690 per year, while California has an average of $38,680 — a difference of $19,010. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12,630 workers were employed as Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Transportation and Material Moving Occupations. The annual mean wage of $36,210 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 53-3011