salary$37,250 a year$18 an hour · median pay in the New Orleans-Metairie, LA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$23,070per year
Top pay (top 10%)$61,350per year
Jobs in the area1,110people work this job
Can a firefighter afford New Orleans?
Expensive. Rent of $1,508 a month takes 48.6% 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 New Orleans, LA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the New Orleans-Metairie, LA area is $37,250 a year ($18 an hour). Most earn between $23,070 and $61,350.
Can a firefighter afford to live in New Orleans?
Typical rent of $1,508 a month takes 48.6% 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 New Orleans-Metairie, LA metro area.