salary$33,260 a year$16 an hour · median pay in the Baton Rouge, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$23,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$49,580per year
Jobs in the area1,060people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Baton Rouge?
Expensive. Rent of $1,107 a month takes 39.9% 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 Baton Rouge, LA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Baton Rouge, LA area is $33,260 a year ($16 an hour). Most earn between $23,800 and $49,580.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Baton Rouge?
Typical rent of $1,107 a month takes 39.9% 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 Baton Rouge, LA metro area.