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Hire a Paramedic in Lincoln, NE
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 Lincoln, the May 2025 median is about $63.9K, 14% over the Nebraska 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 | NE | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th | $52,890 | $50,170 | $49,660 |
| Median | $63,900 | $56,230 | $60,600 |
| 75th | $75,020 | $66,700 | $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
- Omaha, NE · 45 miles
- Manhattan, KS · 112 miles
- Sioux City, IA · 117 miles
- Topeka, KS · 133 miles
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Questions
What do paramedics earn in Lincoln, NE?
In Lincoln, the May 2025 median for paramedics is about $63.9K, 5% over the U.S. median. The middle half runs from $52.9K to $75.0K.
Who hires paramedics in Lincoln?
Ambulance services, fire departments, and hospitals hire paramedics in Lincoln. Organizations on file in the provider extract include Hallam Rural Fire Protection District, Bennet Rural Fire District, City of Milford.
How do I get licensed as a paramedic in Nebraska?
Start with the Nebraska EMS office. Most states use the National Registry exam as part of the path.
What should an ambulance service in Lincoln weigh when hiring?
Ask about lead experience and shift fit. Lincoln has barely half as many of these workers as a typical metro. This metro is 14% over the Nebraska median.