How much does a Firefighter earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 79,667 to GBP 140,081 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 390 job listings

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 390 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£79,667 - £140,081

Median salary

£79,667 - £140,081

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£29k

25th percentile£36k

Median£80k

75th percentile£140k

90th percentile£161k

50% of professionals earn between £35,674 - £140,081 GBP

The median salary is £79,667

Top cities

London32 job openings

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Firefighter

390 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in United Kingdom is GBP 79,667 - GBP 140,081 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 109,874 per year, based on 390 active job listings.

The cities with the most Firefighter job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Carmarthen, Leicester, Aylesbury, Dundee. London leads with 32 job openings.

Explore 390 Firefighter job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.