salary$51,050 a year$25 an hour · median pay in the Birmingham, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$34,860per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,560per year
Jobs in the area2,370people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Birmingham?
Expensive. Rent of $1,291 a month takes 30.3% 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 Birmingham, AL?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Birmingham, AL area is $51,050 a year ($25 an hour). Most earn between $34,860 and $77,560.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Birmingham?
Typical rent of $1,291 a month takes 30.3% 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 Birmingham, AL metro area.