salary$62,140 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Bend, OR area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,800per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,330per year
Jobs in the area250people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Bend?
Expensive. Rent of $2,123 a month takes 41.0% 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 Bend, OR?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Bend, OR area is $62,140 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $38,800 and $77,330.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Bend?
Typical rent of $2,123 a month takes 41.0% 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 Bend, OR metro area.