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Firefighters Salary in Delaware

Firefighters in Delaware earn a median of $46,710 a year, −21% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$46,710
vs. U.S. median
−21% ($59,280)
Rank among states
38 of 50
Jobs in the state
560

Pay range in Delaware

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,960; the top 10% earn over $72,160. Nationally the range is $34,910 to $101,040.

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How much do firefighters make in Delaware?

The median is $46,710 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $41,960 and the top 10% earn over $72,160. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Delaware a good state for firefighters?

On pay alone it ranks 38 of 50 (−21% vs. the national median of $59,280). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses