As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Firefighter Engineer in Pasadena, CA is $83,927, equivalent to $40 per hour, $1,614 weekly, or $6,994 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 Pasadena, CA vary widely, spanning from $71,547 to $95,048. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($77,447) and 75th percentile ($89,748), while top earners (90th percentile) make $95,048 per year. This $12,301 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, Pasadena Firefighter Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Pasadena currently ranks 73 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 $71,547 Pasadena, CA June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $77,447 Pasadena, CA June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $83,927 Pasadena, CA June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $89,748 Pasadena, CA June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Firefighter Engineer Salary $95,048 Pasadena, CA June 01, 2026
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    Bachelor's Degree

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