salary$64,810 a year$31 an hour · median pay in the Anchorage, AK area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$28,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$74,650per year
Jobs in the area420people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Anchorage?
Expensive. Rent of $1,651 a month takes 30.6% 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 Anchorage, AK?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Anchorage, AK area is $64,810 a year ($31 an hour). Most earn between $28,900 and $74,650.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Anchorage?
Typical rent of $1,651 a month takes 30.6% 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 Anchorage, AK metro area.