What are the main factors that influence a Firefighter's salary?

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

How does experience change A Firefighter's salary?

A Firefighter's salary grows with experience: a Fire Fighter I (1-3 years)earns $48,645, a Firefighter (3-5 years)earns $67,397, a Fire Captain (5+ years)earns $91,801,

What are the highest paying states for a Firefighter?

Firefighter salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Firefighter roles are District of Columbia $68,992, California $68,730, Massachusetts $67,814. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Firefighter roles make?

Salaries for Firefighter level roles vary by specialization: Firefighter Engineer: $76,081; Firefighter Trainee: $64,619; Industrial Firefighter: $63,507; Volunteer Firefighter: $62,458; Probationary Firefighter: $61,505.

Firefighter Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Firefighter make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Firefighter in District of Columbia is $68,992 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $33.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,614
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,545 to $76,646
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,676

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Firefighter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,646	$6,387	$1,474	$37
Average	$68,992	$5,749	$1,327	$33
25th Percentile	$62,545	$5,212	$1,203	$30

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Key Factors That Influence Firefighter Salaries

A 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 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 Firefighters. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $68,992.
California: $68,730.
Massachusetts: $67,814.

District of Columbia $68,992 California $68,730 Massachusetts $67,814 Washington $67,565 New Jersey $67,540 Alaska $67,453 Connecticut $66,593 New York $66,244

Hawaii $65,128 Rhode Island $64,605 Maryland $64,250 Minnesota $63,764 Colorado $63,577 Illinois $63,514 Oregon $63,278 Delaware $63,103

New Hampshire $62,993 Virginia $62,748 Pennsylvania $62,031 Nevada $61,670 North Dakota $61,552 Michigan $61,365 Wisconsin $61,296 Vermont $61,159

Texas $60,779 Maine $60,754 Arizona $60,717 Ohio $60,673 Georgia $60,100 Indiana $59,813 Wyoming $59,757 Utah $59,670

Iowa $59,632 Kansas $59,333 Louisiana $59,246 North Carolina $59,215 Missouri $59,202 Florida $58,959 Montana $58,829 Nebraska $58,704

Kentucky $58,635 South Carolina $58,386 Tennessee $58,230 Idaho $58,168 New Mexico $57,713 Oklahoma $57,613 Alabama $57,246 South Dakota $56,629

Arkansas $56,292 West Virginia $56,112 Mississippi $55,570

Top Paying Cities for 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:

Parcel Return Service: $68,617
Washington: $68,618
Naval Anacost Annex: $68,615

Parcel Return Service, DC $68,617 Washington, DC $68,618 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $68,615 Washington Navy Yard, DC $68,617

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

Understanding how a 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 June 01, 2026

$62,545

Average $68,992/year

$76,646

$5,212

Average $5,749/month

$6,387

$1,203

Average $1,327/week

$1,474

$30

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,646	$6,387	$1,474	$37
Average	$68,992	$5,749	$1,327	$33
25th Percentile	$62,545	$5,212	$1,203	$30

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