The average salary for Firefighters in the United States is around $56310 per year.
In the United States, Firefighters earn an average hourly wage of $27.07 and a mean annual wage of $56310.
$27.07
$56310
For Firefighters positions in the United States, hourly wages vary widely. The 10th percentile earns approximately $14.02 per hour, while those at the 25th percentile earn about $17.98 per hour. The median hourly wage stands at $24.85, and at the 75th percentile, it increases to $34.01. The top earners, at the 90th percentile, command an impressive $40.75 hourly.
When considering annual wages for Firefighters roles, the distribution remains diverse. At the 10th percentile, workers earn around $29150 annually, while those at the 25th percentile make about $37400 annually. The median annual wage, however, is $51680. For the 75th percentile, the figure rises to $70730, and at the 90th percentile, it peaks at $84750 per year.
$14.02
$29150
$17.98
$37400
$24.85
$51680
$34.01
$70730
$40.75
$84750
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics by U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Last updated: May 2023)