Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Minnesota | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $38,110 | $62,011 | -39% |
| Median hourly wage | $18.32 | $29.81 | -39% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $38,651.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Minnesota is $38,110, or about $18.32 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Minnesota is -39% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Minnesota typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,810 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $38,110, Minnesota offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.