salary$63,110 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Colorado Springs, CO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,240per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,440per year
Jobs in the area760people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Colorado Springs?
Expensive. Rent of $1,901 a month takes 36.1% 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 Colorado Springs, CO?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Colorado Springs, CO area is $63,110 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $44,240 and $72,440.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Colorado Springs?
Typical rent of $1,901 a month takes 36.1% 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 Colorado Springs, CO metro area.