How much does a Firefighter earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in United States ranges from USD 55,255 to USD 65,652 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 6,171 job listings

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in United States

Based on 6,171 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$55,255 - $65,652

Median salary

$55,255 - $65,652

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$36K

25th percentile$45K

Median$55K

75th percentile$66K

90th percentile$76K

50% of professionals earn between $45,371 - $65,652 USD

The median salary is $55,255

Top cities

Boise65 job openings

Washington41 job openings

Arlington25 job openings

Albuquerque25 job openings

Atlanta24 job openings

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Firefighter

6,171 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in United States is USD 55,255 - USD 65,652 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 60,454 per year, based on 6,171 active job listings.

The cities with the most Firefighter job opportunities in United States are Boise, Washington, Arlington, Albuquerque, Atlanta. Boise leads with 65 job openings.

Explore 6,171 Firefighter job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.