How much does a Firefighter earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in Australia ranges from AUD 55,000 to AUD 100,000 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 579 job listings

How much does a Firefighter earn in Australia?

The average salary for a Firefighter in Australia is AUD 75,000 - AUD 86,250 per year.

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in Australia

Based on 579 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$55,000 - $100,000

Median salary

$75,000 - $86,250

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$47K

25th percentile$55K

Median$75K

75th percentile$100K

90th percentile$115K

50% of professionals earn between $55,000 - $100,000 AUD

The median salary is $75,000

Top cities

Newcastle21 job openings

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Firefighter

579 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in Australia is AUD 55,000 - AUD 100,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 80,625 per year, based on 579 active job listings.

The cities with the most Firefighter job opportunities in Australia are Newcastle, Bunbury, Sydney, Port Macquarie, Townsville. Newcastle leads with 21 job openings.

Explore 579 Firefighter job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.