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Hire a Paramedic in La Crosse, WI
The fire department is hiring for the same certification you are. A paramedic who runs a truck as lead belongs at this metro's upper quarter. In La Crosse, the May 2025 median is about $59.3K, within 3 percent of the Wisconsin median.
What to offer
An ambulance service that copies a national midpoint will lose paramedics to the fire department. Use this metro's median for someone new, and the 75th for someone who can run a truck as lead.
| Percentile | Metro | WI | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th | $50,370 | $49,470 | $49,660 |
| Median | $59,280 | $59,710 | $60,600 |
| 75th | $72,280 | $71,030 | $73,470 |
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
How hard this is to fill
This is the same score as the free check.
For one manager
Say the shift pattern, the call volume, and the protocols the crew works under. Ask how long the person has worked as the lead medic on a truck.
License and training
Every state licenses or certifies paramedics. Most use the National Registry paramedic exam as part of the path. Confirm your state EMS office's rules before you hire or start.
Sources: BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, EMTs and paramedics
Nearby metros
- Eau Claire, WI · 70 miles
- Madison, WI · 103 miles
- Waterloo, IA · 108 miles
- Minneapolis, MN · 128 miles
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Questions
What do paramedics earn in La Crosse, WI?
In La Crosse, the May 2025 median for paramedics is about $59.3K, within 3 percent of the U.S. median. The middle half runs from $50.4K to $72.3K.
Who hires paramedics in La Crosse?
Ambulance services, fire departments, and hospitals hire paramedics in La Crosse. Organizations on file in the provider extract include City of Caledonia, City of Houston, Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center.
How do I get licensed as a paramedic in Wisconsin?
Start with the Wisconsin EMS office. Most states use the National Registry exam as part of the path.
What should an ambulance service in La Crosse weigh when hiring?
Ask about lead experience and shift fit. La Crosse has roughly a fifth fewer of these workers than a typical metro. This metro is within 3 percent of the Wisconsin median.