salary$59,280 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$47,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,130per year
Jobs in the area1,430people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Las Vegas?
Expensive. Rent of $1,806 a month takes 36.6% 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 Las Vegas, NV?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV area is $59,280 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $47,600 and $78,130.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Las Vegas?
Typical rent of $1,806 a month takes 36.6% 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 Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas, NV metro area.