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 | IA | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25th | $51,490 | $52,200 | $49,660 |
| Median | $53,310 | $60,590 | $60,600 |
| 75th | $60,130 | $65,470 | $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
- Sioux Falls, SD · 74 miles
- Omaha, NE · 87 miles
- Lincoln, NE · 117 miles
- Ames, IA · 145 miles
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Questions
What do paramedics earn in Sioux City, IA?
In Sioux City, the May 2025 median for paramedics is about $53.3K, 12% under the U.S. median. The middle half runs from $51.5K to $60.1K.
Who hires paramedics in Sioux City?
Ambulance services, fire departments, and hospitals hire paramedics in Sioux City. Organizations on file in the provider extract include Elk Point Community Ambulance Service, Alcester Ambulance Service, Anthon Community Ambulance Service.
How do I get licensed as a paramedic in Iowa?
Start with the Iowa EMS office. Most states use the National Registry exam as part of the path.
What should an ambulance service in Sioux City weigh when hiring?
Ask about lead experience and shift fit. Sioux City has about as many of these workers as a typical metro. This metro is 12% under the Iowa median.