salary$36,820 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the Fayetteville, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$27,090per year
Top pay (top 10%)$59,980per year
Jobs in the area850people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Fayetteville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,530 a month takes 49.9% 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 Fayetteville, NC?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Fayetteville, NC area is $36,820 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $27,090 and $59,980.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Fayetteville?
Typical rent of $1,530 a month takes 49.9% 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 Fayetteville, NC metro area.