As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Firefighter Engineer in Denver, CO is $77,571, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,492 weekly, or $6,464 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Firefighter Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Firefighter Engineer in Denver, CO vary widely, spanning from $66,093 to $87,831. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,563) and 75th percentile ($82,942), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,831 per year. This $11,379 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, Denver Firefighter Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Denver currently ranks 301 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 $66,093 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $71,563 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $77,571 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $82,942 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $87,831 Denver, CO April 01, 2026
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    Firefighter Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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