salary$58,940 a year$28 an hour · median pay in the Jacksonville, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,990per year
Top pay (top 10%)$89,840per year
Jobs in the area2,060people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Jacksonville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,719 a month takes 35.0% 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 Jacksonville, FL?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Jacksonville, FL area is $58,940 a year ($28 an hour). Most earn between $38,990 and $89,840.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Jacksonville?
Typical rent of $1,719 a month takes 35.0% 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 Jacksonville, FL metro area.