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EMT Salary in Memphis, Tennessee

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$30,326/ year

Median EMT in Memphis, TN

$19,262
10th
$23,490
25th
$30,326
Median
$38,879
75th
$47,432
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$30,326
Total compensation (est.)
$34,875
Bonus range
$1,450 – $5,760
Mean salary
$32,146

How This Compares

Memphis, TN median
$30,326
Tennessee median
$38,189-20.6%
National median
$37,440-19.0%

Cost of living in Memphis is 19% below the national average. Salary of $30,326 here is equivalent to $37,440 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$21,835-28.0%
3-5 years
$27,597-9.0%
6-10 years
$33,965+12.0%
10+ years
$41,850+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$26,687-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$30,326
Enterprise (5,000+)
$35,785+18.0%

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EMT Salaries in Nearby Cities

Nashville, TN$39,312/yr
Knoxville, TN$37,440/yr
Chattanooga, TN$37,440/yr
Clarksville, TN$37,440/yr

Related Jobs in Memphis

Registered Nurse$65,788/yr
Nurse Practitioner$100,991/yr
Physician Assistant$102,068/yr
Physical Therapist$79,153/yr
Occupational Therapist$75,476/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$15/hr
Monthly gross$2,527/mo
25th percentile$23,490/yr
75th percentile$38,879/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Tennessee Unemployment

Dec 2025

3.6%

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average EMT salary in Memphis?

The median EMT salary in Memphis is $30,326 per year, with a range from $23,490 at the 25th percentile to $38,879 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does EMT pay in Memphis compare to the national average?

EMT salaries in Memphis are 19% below the national median of $37,440. After adjusting for Memphis's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $37,440 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect EMT salaries in Memphis?

In Memphis, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level EMT roles start around $19,262, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $47,432 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Memphis a good place for EMT jobs?

Memphis offers a EMT median of $30,326, which is 19% below the US median of $37,440. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Memphis is 19% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher EMT salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for EMT in Memphis is $38,879, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.