salary$53,130 a year$26 an hour · median pay in the Fargo, ND-MN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$33,460per year
Top pay (top 10%)$73,860per year
Jobs in the area270people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Fargo?
OK. Rent of $1,080 a month takes 24.4% of the median firefighter salary. That is under the 30% rule, so one paycheck covers rent comfortably.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a firefighter make in Fargo, ND?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Fargo, ND-MN area is $53,130 a year ($26 an hour). Most earn between $33,460 and $73,860.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Fargo?
Typical rent of $1,080 a month takes 24.4% of the median firefighter salary, which we rate OK.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Fargo, ND-MN metro area.