salary$45,660 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$35,410per year
Top pay (top 10%)$56,870per year
Jobs in the area450people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Macon?
Expensive. Rent of $1,276 a month takes 33.5% 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 Macon, GA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Macon-Bibb County, GA area is $45,660 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $35,410 and $56,870.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Macon?
Typical rent of $1,276 a month takes 33.5% 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 Macon-Bibb County, GA metro area.