Firefighter salary in North Carolina
How much does a Firefighter make in North Carolina?
Average base salary
$46,993
same
as national averageAverage $46,993
Low $34,418
High $64,163
Non-cash benefit
Dental insurance
The average salary for a firefighter is $46,993 per year in North Carolina. 105 salaries reported, updated at December 2, 2023
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Top companies for Firefighters in North Carolina
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Highest paying cities for Firefighters near North Carolina
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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 North Carolina?
Firefighter/Paramedic
Job openingsAverage $51,026 per year
Firefighter/Emt
Job openingsAverage $43,138 per year
Fire Chief
Job openingsAverage $100,817 per year
Wildland Firefighter
Job openingsAverage $21.00 per hour
Volunteer Firefighter
Job openingsAverage $19.97 per hour
Lieutenant
Job openingsAverage $59,438 per year
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Common questions about salaries for a Firefighter
How can I know if I am being paid fairly?
If you’re unsure about what salary is appropriate for a firefighter, visit Indeed's Salary Calculator to get a free, personalized pay range based on your location, industry and experience.
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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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