salary$48,780 a year$23 an hour · median pay in the Montgomery, AL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,140per year
Top pay (top 10%)$59,700per year
Jobs in the area540people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Montgomery?
Expensive. Rent of $1,304 a month takes 32.1% 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 Montgomery, AL?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Montgomery, AL area is $48,780 a year ($23 an hour). Most earn between $37,140 and $59,700.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Montgomery?
Typical rent of $1,304 a month takes 32.1% 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 Montgomery, AL metro area.