salary$56,430 a year$27 an hour · median pay in the Madison, WI area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$26,570per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,050per year
Jobs in the area1,230people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Madison?
Expensive. Rent of $1,723 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 Madison, WI?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Madison, WI area is $56,430 a year ($27 an hour). Most earn between $26,570 and $77,050.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Madison?
Typical rent of $1,723 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 Madison, WI metro area.