Firefighter Salary in Tucson, AZ
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$51,085
Hourly Rate
$24.56
/hour
Jobs in Area
273
employed
Firefighter Salary Range in Tucson, AZ
Annual Salary Range
$34k
10th percentile
$42k
25th
$60k
75th
$75k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,122 | $16.40 |
| 25th Percentile | $41,964 | $20.18 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $51,085 | $24.56 |
| 75th Percentile | $59,818 | $28.76 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $74,666 | $35.90 |
| Average (Mean) | $55,920 | $26.88 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Firefighter salary in Tucson, AZ is $51,085 per year or $24.56 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 Tucson Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/23/2026
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How Tucson, AZ Compares
vs National Average
$57,120
vs Arizona Average
$54,099
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$54,288
Cost of living in Tucson, AZ is 5.9% below the national average.
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