How much does a Firefighter earn in Australia?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in Australia ranges from AUD 87,946 to AUD 91,464 AUD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 287 job listings

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in Australia

Based on 287 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$87,946 - $91,464

Median salary

$87,946 - $91,464

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$68K

25th percentile$84K

Median$88K

75th percentile$91K

90th percentile$105K

50% of professionals earn between $84,427 - $91,464 AUD

The median salary is $87,946

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Firefighter

287 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in Australia is AUD 87,946 - AUD 91,464 per year in 2026. The median salary is AUD 89,705 per year, based on 287 active job listings.

The cities with the most Firefighter job opportunities in Australia are Port Macquarie, Wollongong, Logan, Newcastle, Lismore. Port Macquarie leads with 16 job openings.

Explore 287 Firefighter job listings in Australia on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.