Firefighters Salary in Nevada
Firefighters in Nevada earn a median of $66,570 a year, +12% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $66,570
- vs. U.S. median
- +12% ($59,280)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 2,640
Pay range in Nevada
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,600; the top 10% earn over $101,450. Nationally the range is $34,910 to $101,040.
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How much do firefighters make in Nevada?
The median is $66,570 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,600 and the top 10% earn over $101,450. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Nevada a good state for firefighters?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 50 (+12% vs. the national median of $59,280). Living costs are not included.