salary$59,120 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$44,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$72,970per year
Jobs in the area5,780people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Houston?
Expensive. Rent of $1,533 a month takes 31.1% 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 Houston, TX?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX area is $59,120 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $44,600 and $72,970.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Houston?
Typical rent of $1,533 a month takes 31.1% 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 Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX metro area.