salary$48,770 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Columbus, GA-AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,510per year
Top pay (top 10%)$60,460per year
Jobs in the area530people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Columbus?
Expensive. Rent of $1,314 a month takes 32.3% 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 Columbus, GA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Columbus, GA-AL area is $48,770 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $46,510 and $60,460.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Columbus?
Typical rent of $1,314 a month takes 32.3% 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 Columbus, GA-AL metro area.