salary$61,780 a year$30 an hour · median pay in the Columbus, OH area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,720per year
Top pay (top 10%)$96,530per year
Jobs in the area4,130people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Columbus?
Expensive. Rent of $1,611 a month takes 31.3% 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, OH?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Columbus, OH area is $61,780 a year ($30 an hour). Most earn between $35,720 and $96,530.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Columbus?
Typical rent of $1,611 a month takes 31.3% 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, OH metro area.