Emergency medical technician salary in California

The average salary for an Emergency Medical Technician is $24.09 per hour in California. This figure is based on 1.2k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months, last updated on August 2, 2026.

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Emergency Medical Technician salaries in California typically range between a low of $16.90 and a high of $43.12 per hour, depending on experience and the hiring company.

Some of the highest-paying cities for Emergency Medical Technician in California include Napa, CA at $47.59 per hour, Sonoma, CA at $29.15 per hour, and San Diego, CA at $24.93 per hour.

Based on recent job postings on Indeed, some of the top-paying companies for Emergency Medical Technician in California include San Mateo County Community College District ($249,881 per year) and Prolink ($193,284 per year).

Compensation can vary based on the specific niche and level of responsibility within the field. Here is how the average Emergency Medical Technician salary in California compares to related positions:

• Emt-basic: Average $21.46 per hour
• Senior Emergency Medical Technician: Average $158,704 per year