How much does a Firefighter earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Firefighter in United States ranges from USD 51,426 to USD 63,940 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 4,057 job listings

Salary Guide

Firefighter Salary in United States

Based on 4,057 job listings - 2026

-10% vs 2025

Average salary

$51,426 - $63,940

Median salary

$51,426 - $63,940

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$32K

25th percentile$40K

Median$51K

75th percentile$64K

90th percentile$74K

50% of professionals earn between $39,878 - $63,940 USD

The median salary is $51,426

Top cities

Boise52 job openings

Albuquerque20 job openings

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Firefighter

4,057 job openings

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The average salary for a Firefighter in United States is USD 51,426 - USD 63,940 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 57,683 per year, based on 4,057 active job listings.

The cities with the most Firefighter job opportunities in United States are Boise, Albuquerque, Albany, Barstow, Redmond. Boise leads with 52 job openings.

Explore 4,057 Firefighter job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.