How much does a Firefighter make in New York, NY?

Average base salary

4 salaries reported, updated at August 13, 2020

$79,003

per year

The average salary for a firefighter is $79,003 per year in New York, NY.

54% higher

than national average

Most common benefits

Food provided
Professional development assistance
Parental leave
Relocation assistance
Disability insurance

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Most common benefits for Firefighters

Food provided
Professional development assistance
Parental leave
Relocation assistance
Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible schedule
401(k) matching
Life insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Employee assistance program

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Salary satisfaction

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54% of Firefighters in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area

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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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