How much do EMTs make? EMTs earn a median of $41,340 a year, or about $19.87 an hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2024). The lowest-paid 10% make under $31,410; the top 10% make over $60,780. Paramedics, who hold a higher certification, earn far more: a median of $58,410 a year … Read more