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Archived story · published October 10, 2026. Coverage reflects reporting at the time. See today's brief

Politics · October 10, 2026

‘People are leaving’: New York City’s EMS workers are struggling to make ends meet

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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) workers in New York City are reporting significant financial strain due to low wages and a lack of pay parity with other first responders, such as firefighters. As contract negotiations between the Mamdani administration and EMS unions begin, workers highlight that starting salaries for EMTs remain slightly above minimum wage, contributing to high attrition rates and increased ambulance response times across the city.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) workers in New York City are reporting significant financial strain due to low wages and a lack of pay parity with other first responders, such as firefighters. As contract negotiations between the Mamdani administration and EMS unions begin, workers highlight that starting salaries for EMTs remain slightly above minimum wage, contributing to high attrition rates and increased ambulance response times across the city.