salary$42,420 a year$20 an hour · median pay in the Albuquerque, NM area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,640per year
Top pay (top 10%)$55,320per year
Jobs in the area950people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Albuquerque?
Expensive. Rent of $1,401 a month takes 39.6% of the median firefighter salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make in Albuquerque, NM?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Albuquerque, NM area is $42,420 a year ($20 an hour). Most earn between $36,640 and $55,320.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Albuquerque?
Typical rent of $1,401 a month takes 39.6% of the median firefighter salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Albuquerque, NM metro area.