salary$60,790 a year$29 an hour · median pay in the Richmond, VA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$38,940per year
Top pay (top 10%)$77,310per year
Jobs in the area2,020people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Richmond?
Expensive. Rent of $1,644 a month takes 32.5% 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 Richmond, VA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Richmond, VA area is $60,790 a year ($29 an hour). Most earn between $38,940 and $77,310.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Richmond?
Typical rent of $1,644 a month takes 32.5% 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 Richmond, VA metro area.