How much does a firefighter make in Washington?
$94,520a year
Median yearly pay for firefighters in Washington. That is $45.44 an hour or $7,877 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.44
- Vs. national median
- +59%
- Rank among states
- 2 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 7,560
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,640Median: $94,520Highest 10%: $124,000
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,640 | $22.90 | |
| 25th | $72,300 | $34.76 | |
| Median | $94,520 | $45.44 | |
| 75th | $105,500 | $50.74 | |
| 90th | $124,000 | $59.61 |
Cities in Washington
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bellingham, WA | $101,100 |
| Seattle, WA | $101,100 |
| Bremerton, WA | $95,910 |
| Olympia, WA | $90,050 |
| Portland, OR | $85,170 |
| Spokane, WA | $83,310 |
| Mount Vernon, WA | $81,100 |
| Kennewick, WA | $80,090 |
| Longview, WA | $78,940 |
| Yakima, WA | $62,120 |
| Lewiston, ID | $58,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for firefighters.
| 1. New York | $101,000 |
| 2. Washington | $94,520 |
| 3. California | $85,120 |
| 4. New Jersey | $84,130 |
| 5. Illinois | $78,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make an hour in Washington?
The median hourly pay in Washington is $45.44 ($94,520 a year).
Do firefighters make more in Washington than the national average?
Yes: $94,520 against $59,280 nationally, 59% more.
Where does Washington rank for firefighter pay?
Washington ranks 2 of 50 states.
Which city in Washington pays firefighters the most?
Bellingham, WA, with a median of $101,100 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.