salary$45,160 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,700per year
Top pay (top 10%)$65,720per year
Jobs in the area1,640people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Louisville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,278 a month takes 34.0% 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 Louisville, KY?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN area is $45,160 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $35,700 and $65,720.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Louisville?
Typical rent of $1,278 a month takes 34.0% 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 Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN metro area.