Firefighter Salary in Phoenix, AZ
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$57,344
Hourly Rate
$27.57
/hour
Jobs in Area
292
employed
Firefighter Salary Range in Phoenix, AZ
Annual Salary Range
$37k
10th percentile
$47k
25th
$70k
75th
$83k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $37,239 | $17.90 |
| 25th Percentile | $47,341 | $22.76 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $57,344 | $27.57 |
| 75th Percentile | $69,985 | $33.65 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $82,742 | $39.78 |
| Average (Mean) | $61,346 | $29.49 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Firefighter salary in Phoenix, AZ is $57,344 per year or $27.57 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 Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Phoenix, AZ Compares
vs National Average
$57,120
vs Arizona Average
$56,930
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$56,110
Cost of living in Phoenix, AZ is 2.2% above the national average.
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