Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Florida | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,550 | $62,011 | -6% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.15 | $29.81 | -6% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $56,625.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Florida is $58,550, or about $28.15 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Florida is -6% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Florida typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 24,570 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $58,550, Florida offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.