salary$79,390 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the Boulder, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,730per year
Top pay (top 10%)$107,200per year
Jobs in the area360people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Boulder?
Expensive. Rent of $2,220 a month takes 33.6% 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 Boulder, CO?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Boulder, CO area is $79,390 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $47,730 and $107,200.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Boulder?
Typical rent of $2,220 a month takes 33.6% 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 Boulder, CO metro area.