salary$46,060 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$32,810per year
Top pay (top 10%)$61,090per year
Jobs in the area560people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Chattanooga?
Expensive. Rent of $1,537 a month takes 40.0% 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 Chattanooga, TN?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Chattanooga, TN-GA area is $46,060 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $32,810 and $61,090.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Chattanooga?
Typical rent of $1,537 a month takes 40.0% 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 Chattanooga, TN-GA metro area.