Salary of Firefighter in United States 2026

How much does a Firefighter earn?

$47,208 / Annual
Based on 7386 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $37,440 Average salary: $47,208 Maximum: $70,140

Minimum
$37,440 Average salary
$47,208 Maximum
$70,140

$3,934 / Monthly
Based on 7386 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $3,120 Average salary: $3,934 Maximum: $5,845

Minimum
$3,120 Average salary
$3,934 Maximum
$5,845

$131 / Daily
Based on 7386 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $104 Average salary: $131 Maximum: $195

Minimum
$104 Average salary
$131 Maximum
$195

$25 / Hourly
Based on 7386 job listings
Salaries are calculated as the average of salary ranges published in job listings. Data is aggregated monthly by job position.

Minimum: $20 Average salary: $25 Maximum: $37

Minimum
$20 Average salary
$25 Maximum
$37

Salary data updated: November 2026

Salary of Firefighter in United States

Firefighter (firefighter Emt)

2 days ago

, United States City of Arkansas City, KS Full-time

FirefighterGeneral overview of position and responsibilities: Protects life and property by engaging directly in...
Firefighter (firefighter Emt)

1 week ago

, United States Town of Sharon, MA Full-time

Firefighter/Paramedic PositionJoin a respected, forward-thinking department that values teamwork, continuous learning,...
Firefighter (firefighter Emt)

1 week ago

, United States City of Wausau Full-time

Firefighter/ParamedicJoin Our Great Team City of Wausau Firefighter/Paramedics respond to emergencies and perform fire...

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FAQ - Firefighter

The average salary for Firefighter is USD47,208 per year in United States. Salary estimates are based on 7386 salaries shared anonymously with Trabajo.org by employees with the position of Firefighter in United States.

The lowest salary of Firefighter per year in United States is USD37,440

The highest salary for Firefighter per year in United States is USD70,140

Data updated: November 2026

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Methodology

Salary data is calculated from compensation ranges published in active job listings in United States. Job postings that include salary information are analyzed to obtain minimum, average and maximum values by position. Data is updated monthly and reflects listings from the last 90 days. Sample size for this position: 7,386 job postings with salary.