Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Virginia | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,670 | $62,011 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.21 | $29.81 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $58,032.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Virginia is $58,670, or about $28.21 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Virginia is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Virginia typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 11,160 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $58,670, Virginia offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.