Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Delaware | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $46,710 | $62,011 | -25% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.46 | $29.81 | -25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $46,804.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Delaware is $46,710, or about $22.46 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Delaware is -25% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Delaware typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 560 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $46,710, Delaware offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.