salary$47,980 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Green Bay, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$27,260per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,130per year
Jobs in the area590people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Green Bay?
Expensive. Rent of $1,307 a month takes 32.7% 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 Green Bay, WI?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Green Bay, WI area is $47,980 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $27,260 and $65,130.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Green Bay?
Typical rent of $1,307 a month takes 32.7% 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 Green Bay, WI metro area.