How Much Does a Paramedic Make in Ohio in 2026?

A typical Paramedic in Ohio earns about $24.67 per hour ($51,300 per year), according to the latest government wage data (May 2025). That works out to roughly $4,275 a month and $987 a week, figures calculated from the annual median. Pay for individual Paramedics moves higher or lower than this figure depending on city, employer, and years of experience.

Ohio's typical pay sits 15% below the national figure of $60,600 a year for Paramedics, according to the same wage data. That gap places Ohio 43rd among the 51 states and territories ranked for this occupation. About 3,600 Paramedics work in Ohio, a workforce that gives context to how many people this typical figure represents. Lower pay in Ohio, as in many states below the national figure, often tracks a lower cost of living.

Entry-level positions for Paramedics in Ohio typically offer around $18.63 an hour ($38,750 a year), according to the latest wage data. New Paramedics often start near this figure and see pay rise as they gain certifications and experience. Within a few years, many reach pay closer to the state's typical figure of $51,300 a year. Starting pay can vary by employer and city, similar to typical pay statewide.

Experienced Paramedics in Ohio often earn upwards of $29.89 an hour ($62,170 a year). The top 10% of earners make over $34.68 an hour ($72,140 a year), a figure reached after years of experience and often advanced certifications. That puts $33,390 between the lowest and highest-paid Paramedics in the state. City, work setting, and years on the job all factor into where an individual lands within that spread.

Ohio Paramedic pay has climbed from $38,310 in 2021 to $51,300 in 2025, a gain of $12,990 over five years. That's a rise of about 34%, tracked through the state's typical pay figures each year. The increase wasn't perfectly steady; pay dipped slightly between 2023 and 2024 before climbing again in 2025. Even with that dip, the five-year trend points clearly upward.

Nationally, Paramedic pay rose about 30% over the same period, a bit slower than Ohio's climb. Ohio's wage growth over the past five years slightly outpaced the national rate, even though the state's typical pay remains below the national figure. For someone starting as a Paramedic in Ohio now, pay has moved up in recent years, though future changes aren't guaranteed.

Pay for Paramedics runs highest in Mansfield, where the typical figure reaches $64,220 a year ($30.88 an hour), about 25% above the state figure. Toledo also pays above the statewide figure, with Paramedics there typically earning $56,230 a year ($27.03 an hour). Canton and Massillon follow closely, both around $53,320 a year. These figures reflect full metro-area pay, not just city limits.

At the other end, Sandusky pays the least, with typical pay of $45,230 a year ($21.75 an hour), putting an $18,990 gap between Ohio's highest- and lowest-paying cities. Cleveland employs the most Paramedics of any Ohio city, with about 880 working there and typical pay of $60,490 a year. Higher pay in cities like Mansfield and Cleveland usually lines up with a higher cost of living, so a bigger paycheck doesn't always stretch further.

Ohio's typical pay compares differently depending on the neighbor. Pennsylvania pays Paramedics 19% more, with a typical figure of $61,000 a year, and Indiana pays 18% more at $60,320 a year. Michigan runs closer to Ohio at $52,080 a year, just 2% above, while Kentucky ($49,890) and West Virginia ($48,460) both pay somewhat less. Paramedic licensure earned in Ohio can often be transferred or endorsed into a neighboring state, though requirements vary.

Ohio's typical Paramedic pay stands at $51,300 a year ($24.67 an hour) as of the latest wage data, a figure that has climbed 34% over the past five years. Pay varies by city, employer, and experience, from entry-level rates near $38,750 to over $72,140 for the top 10% of earners. Readers weighing a move or a new role can check Ohio's licensing and registry requirements, along with city-level pages, for more specific figures.