Firefighters Salary in Pennsylvania
Firefighters in Pennsylvania earn a median of $73,460 a year, +24% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $73,460
- vs. U.S. median
- +24% ($59,280)
- Rank among states
- 10 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 5,020
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,620; the top 10% earn over $89,190. Nationally the range is $34,910 to $101,040.
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- Aircraft Service Attendants$38,830 median in Pennsylvania
- Captains, Mates, and Pilots of Water Vessels$61,420 median in Pennsylvania
- Bridge and Lock Tenders$68,810 median in Pennsylvania
Firefighters pay in Pennsylvania
How much do firefighters make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $73,460 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $48,620 and the top 10% earn over $89,190. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for firefighters?
On pay alone it ranks 10 of 50 (+24% vs. the national median of $59,280). Living costs are not included.