As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Firefighter Engineer in Atlanta, GA is $74,502, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,433 weekly, or $6,209 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Firefighter Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Firefighter Engineer in Atlanta, GA vary widely, spanning from $63,495 to $84,391. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,741) and 75th percentile ($79,678), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,391 per year. This $10,937 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Carpentry, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Atlanta Firefighter Engineer often earn 1.5% lower than national averages. However, Atlanta currently ranks 420 statewide for Firefighter Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Firefighter Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $63,495 Atlanta, GA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $68,741 Atlanta, GA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $74,502 Atlanta, GA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $79,678 Atlanta, GA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $84,391 Atlanta, GA May 01, 2026
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    Bachelor's Degree

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