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 $48,652, a Firefighter (3-5 years)earns $67,368, a Fire Captain (5+ years)earns $91,788,

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 $68,963, California $68,702, Massachusetts $67,786. 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: $76,088; Firefighter Trainee: $64,592; Industrial Firefighter: $63,480; Volunteer Firefighter: $62,431; Probationary Firefighter: $61,479.

Firefighter Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Firefighter make in District of Columbia?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Firefighter in District of Columbia is $68,963 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): $83,592
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $62,521 to $76,621
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $56,656

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Firefighter Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,621	$6,385	$1,473	$37
Average	$68,963	$5,747	$1,326	$33
25th Percentile	$62,521	$5,210	$1,202	$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: $68,963.
California: $68,702.
Massachusetts: $67,786.

District of Columbia $68,963 California $68,702 Massachusetts $67,786 Washington $67,537 New Jersey $67,512 Alaska $67,425 Connecticut $66,565 New York $66,217

Hawaii $65,102 Rhode Island $64,578 Maryland $64,223 Minnesota $63,738 Colorado $63,551 Illinois $63,488 Oregon $63,252 Delaware $63,077

New Hampshire $62,968 Virginia $62,722 Pennsylvania $62,006 Nevada $61,645 North Dakota $61,526 Michigan $61,340 Wisconsin $61,271 Vermont $61,134

Texas $60,754 Maine $60,729 Arizona $60,692 Ohio $60,648 Georgia $60,075 Indiana $59,789 Wyoming $59,733 Utah $59,645

Iowa $59,608 Kansas $59,309 Louisiana $59,222 North Carolina $59,191 Missouri $59,178 Florida $58,935 Montana $58,804 Nebraska $58,680

Kentucky $58,611 South Carolina $58,362 Tennessee $58,207 Idaho $58,144 New Mexico $57,690 Oklahoma $57,590 Alabama $57,222 South Dakota $56,606

Arkansas $56,269 West Virginia $56,089 Mississippi $55,547

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: $68,963
Washington: $68,963
Naval Anacost Annex: $68,963

Parcel Return Service, DC $68,963 Washington, DC $68,963 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $68,963 Washington Navy Yard, DC $68,963

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 April 01, 2026

$62,521

Average $68,963/year

$76,621

$5,210

Average $5,747/month

$6,385

$1,202

Average $1,326/week

$1,473

$30

Average $33/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$76,621	$6,385	$1,473	$37
Average	$68,963	$5,747	$1,326	$33
25th Percentile	$62,521	$5,210	$1,202	$30

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