How much does a Firefighter earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 30,384 to GBP 32,409 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 282 job listings

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 282 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£30,384 - £32,409

Median salary

£30,384 - £32,409

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£23k

25th percentile£29k

Median£30k

75th percentile£32k

90th percentile£37k

50% of professionals earn between £28,596 - £32,409 GBP

The median salary is £30,384

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Firefighter

282 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in United Kingdom is GBP 30,384 - GBP 32,409 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 31,397 per year, based on 282 active job listings.

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

Explore 282 Firefighter job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.