Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Washington | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $94,520 | $62,011 | +52% |
| Median hourly wage | $45.44 | $29.81 | +52% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $88,336.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Washington is $94,520, or about $45.44 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Washington is +52% above the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Washington typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 7,560 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $94,520, Washington offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.