salary$47,540 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$33,210per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,950per year
Jobs in the area510people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Augusta?
Expensive. Rent of $1,458 a month takes 36.8% 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 Augusta, GA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC area is $47,540 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $33,210 and $77,950.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Augusta?
Typical rent of $1,458 a month takes 36.8% 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 Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC metro area.