salary$45,520 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,870per year
Top pay (top 10%)$75,390per year
Jobs in the area3,580people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Orlando?
Expensive. Rent of $1,955 a month takes 51.5% 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 Orlando, FL?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL area is $45,520 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $36,870 and $75,390.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Orlando?
Typical rent of $1,955 a month takes 51.5% 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 Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford, FL metro area.