salary$79,380 a year$38 an hour · median pay in the New Haven, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,600per year
Top pay (top 10%)$86,150per year
Jobs in the area570people work this job
Can a firefighter afford New Haven?
Expensive. Rent of $2,010 a month takes 30.4% 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 New Haven, CT?
The median pay for a firefighter in the New Haven, CT area is $79,380 a year ($38 an hour). Most earn between $63,600 and $86,150.
Can a firefighter afford to live in New Haven?
Typical rent of $2,010 a month takes 30.4% 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 New Haven, CT metro area.