How Much Does an EMT Make in Idaho in 2026?

A typical EMT in Idaho earns about $18.67 per hour ($38,840 per year), per the latest government wage data (May 2025). That works out to roughly $3,237 a month and $747 a week, both calculated from the annual figure. Pay varies by city, shift, and employer, but this figure represents the middle of the range across the state. It offers a baseline for comparing job offers or planning a move.

Idaho's typical EMT pay sits 13% below the national figure of $44,470 a year, according to the same May 2025 data. That gap places Idaho 38th among the 51 states and territories tracked for this occupation. About 780 EMTs work across Idaho, compared with 180,510 nationwide. The lower pay generally tracks Idaho's lower cost of living relative to higher-cost states.

Entry-level EMT positions in Idaho typically offer around $13.07 an hour, or about $27,180 a year, according to May 2025 wage data. Some entry-level roles start a bit higher, closer to $15.00 an hour and $31,200 a year, depending on the employer and region. Pay generally rises as EMTs gain experience and certifications. Within a few years, many reach the typical figure of $38,840 a year.

Experienced EMTs in Idaho often earn upwards of $22.61 an hour, or around $47,030 a year. The top 10% of earners make over $24.59 an hour, or $51,140 a year. That leaves a spread of $23,960 between entry-level and top pay across the state. Setting, years on the job, and city all play a role in where an individual EMT lands within that range.

Idaho's EMT pay has risen steadily since 2021, when the typical wage was $28,820 a year. By 2025, that figure reached $38,840 a year, a gain of $10,020. That amounts to a 35% increase over the period, according to government wage data. The rise reflects broader wage growth across the healthcare and emergency services fields.

Nationally, EMT pay rose 25% over the same type of period, meaning Idaho's growth outpaced the national trend. Someone starting as an EMT in Idaho today enters a field where pay has moved up consistently in recent years. That trend offers no guarantee of future increases, but the recent direction has been positive.

Pay for EMTs is fairly uniform across Idaho, with only a modest gap between the state's two tracked metro areas. Boise City pays the most, at $39,120 a year, or $18.81 an hour, roughly 1% above the statewide figure. Boise also employs the largest number of EMTs among Idaho's tracked cities, with 320 workers. That combination of higher pay and more jobs makes it the largest hub for the profession in the state.

Twin Falls sits at the other end, with EMTs earning $38,130 a year, or $18.33 an hour, the lowest figure among Idaho's tracked cities. The gap between the two, just $990, is small compared with many other states. These figures reflect each city's broader metro area rather than the city limits alone. Cost of living tends to track these differences closely, so a slightly lower paycheck in Twin Falls often matches slightly lower expenses.

Idaho's EMT pay trails most of its neighbors. Washington pays the most nearby, at $52,690 a year, 36% above Idaho's figure, while Oregon and Wyoming also pay more, at $49,270 and $47,070. Utah runs about even, at $38,930, and Nevada and Montana pay somewhat less, at $37,560 and $36,140. Idaho EMTs weighing a move can often transfer or endorse their certification into a neighboring state rather than starting licensure over from scratch.

EMTs in Idaho typically earn $38,840 a year, or $18.67 an hour, as of the latest government wage data (May 2025). That figure has climbed 35% since 2021, tracking a broader rise in EMT pay nationwide. Readers weighing this career should check Idaho's EMT licensing and registry requirements for the specific steps to certification, and review city-level pages for how pay compares in Boise, Twin Falls, and other local markets.