salary$61,140 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Akron, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,200per year
Top pay (top 10%)$80,080per year
Jobs in the area1,240people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Akron?
OK. Rent of $1,129 a month takes 22.2% of the median firefighter salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make in Akron, OH?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Akron, OH area is $61,140 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $36,200 and $80,080.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Akron?
Typical rent of $1,129 a month takes 22.2% of the median firefighter salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Akron, OH metro area.