salary$47,160 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Knoxville, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,790per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,450per year
Jobs in the area970people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Knoxville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,544 a month takes 39.3% 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 Knoxville, TN?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Knoxville, TN area is $47,160 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $31,790 and $70,450.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Knoxville?
Typical rent of $1,544 a month takes 39.3% 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 Knoxville, TN metro area.