Firefighter salary in Houston, TX
How much does a Firefighter make in Houston, TX?
Average base salary
$70,401
34%
above national averageAverage $70,401
Low $40,822
High $121,414
Non-cash benefit
Dental insurance
The average salary for a firefighter is $70,401 per year in Houston, TX. 3 salaries reported, updated at June 4, 2023
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Top companies for Firefighters in Houston, TX
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Highest paying cities for Firefighters near Houston, TX
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Where can a Firefighter earn more?
Compare salaries for Firefighters in different locations
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Most common benefits for Firefighters
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Salary satisfaction
Based on 1,253 ratings54% of Firefighters in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.
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How much do similar professions get paid in Houston, TX?
Wildland Firefighter
1 job openingsAverage $21.20 per hour
Firefighter/Paramedic
7 job openingsAverage $62,650 per year
Firefighter/Emt
4 job openingsAverage $58,777 per year
Fire Chief
1 job openingsAverage $112,706 per year
Volunteer Firefighter
19 job openingsAverage $21.70 per hour
Lieutenant
3 job openingsAverage $108,324 per year
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Common questions about salaries for a Firefighter
How can I know if I am being paid fairly?
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Do firefighters get paid weekly?
Firefighters work on a 21-day, 168-hour pay schedule. They receive two different types of paychecks. One type of paycheck is received bi-weekly and is intended to cover 106 hours. The second type of paycheck is paid every three weeks, at the end of the firefighter's 168-hour pay period.
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How much do similar professions to a Firefighter get paid?
Check the below indeed career pages for the detailed pay ranges for the similar professions here:
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