salary$49,300 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,060per year
Top pay (top 10%)$71,910per year
Jobs in the area2,170people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Nashville?
Expensive. Rent of $1,881 a month takes 45.8% 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 Nashville, TN?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN area is $49,300 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $37,060 and $71,910.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Nashville?
Typical rent of $1,881 a month takes 45.8% 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 Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN metro area.