What are the main factors that influence an Air Force Firefighter's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change An Air Force Firefighter's salary?

An Air Force Firefighter's salary grows with experience: a Student Activities Coordinator (0-2 years)earns $50,201, a Air Force Firefighter (2-5 years)earns $55,252, a Student Activities Director (5+ years)earns $62,778,

What are the highest paying states for an Air Force Firefighter?

Air Force Firefighter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Air Force Firefighter roles are District of Columbia $56,771, California $56,556, Massachusetts $55,802. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Air Force Firefighter roles make?

Salaries for Air Force Firefighter level roles vary by specialization: Air Force Intelligence Officer: $94,604; Air Force Officer: $90,547; Air Force Pilot: $89,551; Air Force Captain: $88,475; Air Force Rpa Pilot: $88,395.

Air Force Firefighter Salary in Hawaii

How much does an Air Force Firefighter make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Air Force Firefighter in Hawaii is $53,592 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $26.

However, an Air Force Firefighter's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $66,721
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,621 to $60,464
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $38,365

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Air Force Firefighter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,464	$5,039	$1,163	$29
Average	$53,592	$4,466	$1,031	$26
25th Percentile	$45,621	$3,802	$877	$22

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Key Factors That Influence Air Force Firefighter Salaries

An Air Force Firefighter's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Do Air Force Firefighter Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Air Force Firefighters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $56,771.
California: $56,556.
Massachusetts: $55,802.

District of Columbia $56,771 California $56,556 Massachusetts $55,802 Washington $55,597 New Jersey $55,576 Alaska $55,504 Connecticut $54,797 New York $54,510

Hawaii $53,592 Rhode Island $53,161 Maryland $52,869 Minnesota $52,469 Colorado $52,315 Illinois $52,264 Oregon $52,069 Delaware $51,925

New Hampshire $51,835 Virginia $51,633 Pennsylvania $51,044 Nevada $50,746 North Dakota $50,649 Michigan $50,495 Wisconsin $50,439 Vermont $50,326

Texas $50,013 Maine $49,992 Arizona $49,962 Ohio $49,926 Georgia $49,454 Indiana $49,218 Wyoming $49,172 Utah $49,100

Iowa $49,070 Kansas $48,823 Louisiana $48,752 North Carolina $48,726 Missouri $48,716 Florida $48,516 Montana $48,408 Nebraska $48,306

Kentucky $48,249 South Carolina $48,044 Tennessee $47,916 Idaho $47,865 New Mexico $47,490 Oklahoma $47,408 Alabama $47,106 South Dakota $46,598

Arkansas $46,321 West Virginia $46,173 Mississippi $45,726

Top Paying Cities for Air Force Firefighters

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $53,302
Anahola: $52,603
Captain Cook: $52,550

Aiea, HI $53,302 Anahola, HI $52,603 Captain Cook, HI $52,550 Eleele, HI $52,709 Ewa Beach, HI $53,255 Kapolei, HI $53,212 Haiku, HI $52,642 Hakalau, HI $52,524

Haleiwa, HI $53,109 Hana, HI $52,516 Hanalei, HI $52,534 Hanamaulu, HI $52,641 Hanapepe, HI $52,707 Hauula, HI $53,190 Hawaii National Park, HI $52,585 Hawi, HI $52,672

Hilo, HI $52,636 Princeville, HI $52,630 Holualoa, HI $52,571 Honaunau, HI $52,480 Honokaa, HI $52,548 Honomu, HI $52,631 Hoolehua, HI $52,480 Kaaawa, HI $53,208

Kahuku, HI $53,094 Kahului, HI $52,763 Kailua, HI $53,285 Ocean View, HI $52,615 Waikoloa, HI $52,609 Keauhou, HI $52,571 Kailua Kona, HI $52,635 Kalaheo, HI $52,646

Kalaupapa, HI $52,432 Kamuela, HI $52,575 Kaneohe, HI $53,273 Kapaa, HI $52,704 Kaumakani, HI $52,732 Kaunakakai, HI $52,543 Keaau, HI $52,672 Kealakekua, HI $52,644

Kealia, HI $52,662 Kekaha, HI $52,608 Kihei, HI $52,709 Kilauea, HI $52,631 Kapaau, HI $52,591 Koloa, HI $52,654 Kualapuu, HI $52,527 Kunia, HI $53,195

Kurtistown, HI $52,645 Lahaina, HI $52,655 Laie, HI $53,141 Lanai City, HI $52,527 Laupahoehoe, HI $52,660 Lawai, HI $52,732 Lihue, HI $52,641 Makawao, HI $52,682

Makaweli, HI $52,524 Maunaloa, HI $52,401 Mountain View, HI $52,617 Naalehu, HI $52,511 Ninole, HI $52,476 Ookala, HI $52,493 Paauilo, HI $52,557 Pahala, HI $52,525

Pahoa, HI $52,595 Paia, HI $52,658 Papaaloa, HI $52,667 Papaikou, HI $52,558 Pearl City, HI $53,263 Pepeekeo, HI $52,660 Puunene, HI $52,763 Volcano, HI $52,585

Wahiawa, HI $53,172 Pukalani, HI $52,682 Mililani, HI $53,236 Kula, HI $52,574 Waialua, HI $53,081 Waianae, HI $53,130 Wailuku, HI $52,681 Waimanalo, HI $53,275

Waimea, HI $52,727 Waipahu, HI $53,240 Honolulu, HI $53,320 J B P H H, HI $53,311 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $53,201 Schofield Barracks, HI $53,185 Fort Shafter, HI $53,320 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $53,320

Camp H M Smith, HI $53,308 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $53,257 Wake Island, HI $53,320

Air Force Firefighter Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Air Force Firefighter's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$45,621

Average $53,592/year

$60,464

$3,802

Average $4,466/month

$5,039

$877

Average $1,031/week

$1,163

$22

Average $26/hour

$29

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$60,464	$5,039	$1,163	$29
Average	$53,592	$4,466	$1,031	$26
25th Percentile	$45,621	$3,802	$877	$22

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