How much does a Firefighter earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 32,694 to GBP 34,576 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 378 job listings

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 378 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£32,694 - £34,576

Median salary

£32,694 - £34,576

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£24k

25th percentile£30k

Median£33k

75th percentile£35k

90th percentile£40k

50% of professionals earn between £29,917 - £34,576 GBP

The median salary is £32,694

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Firefighter

378 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in United Kingdom is GBP 32,694 - GBP 34,576 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 33,635 per year, based on 378 active job listings.

The cities with the most Firefighter job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Shrewsbury, Aylesbury, Hart, Mid Suffolk. London leads with 10 job openings.

Explore 378 Firefighter job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.