Firefighters Salary in Oregon
Firefighters in Oregon earn a median of $70,900 a year, +20% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $70,900
- vs. U.S. median
- +20% ($59,280)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 3,790
Pay range in Oregon
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,800; the top 10% earn over $104,070. Nationally the range is $34,910 to $101,040.
States ranked near Oregon
Similar jobs in Oregon
- Forest and Conservation Workers$46,010 median in Oregon
- Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians$40,900 median in Oregon
- Forest Fire Inspectors and Prevention Specialists$73,530 median in Oregon
- Aircraft Service Attendants$39,820 median in Oregon
- Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels$97,050 median in Oregon
Firefighters pay in Oregon
How much do firefighters make in Oregon?
The median is $70,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $38,800 and the top 10% earn over $104,070. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Oregon a good state for firefighters?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 50 (+20% vs. the national median of $59,280). Living costs are not included.