Firefighter Salary in Louisville, KY
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$50,750
Hourly Rate
$24.40
/hour
Jobs in Area
279
employed
Firefighter Salary Range in Louisville, KY
Annual Salary Range
$34k
10th percentile
$43k
25th
$61k
75th
$72k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $33,804 | $16.25 |
| 25th Percentile | $42,649 | $20.50 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $50,750 | $24.40 |
| 75th Percentile | $60,735 | $29.20 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $71,798 | $34.52 |
| Average (Mean) | $54,660 | $26.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Firefighter salary in Louisville, KY is $50,750 per year or $24.40 per hour as of 2024. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2024. The geographic area covered is the Louisville/Jefferson County Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Louisville, KY Compares
vs National Average
$57,120
vs Kentucky Average
$53,507
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$55,892
Cost of living in Louisville, KY is 9.2% below the national average.
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