salary$50,470 a year$24 an hour · median pay in the Savannah, GA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,490per year
Top pay (top 10%)$70,560per year
Jobs in the area720people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Savannah?
Expensive. Rent of $1,718 a month takes 40.8% 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 Savannah, GA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Savannah, GA area is $50,470 a year ($24 an hour). Most earn between $36,490 and $70,560.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Savannah?
Typical rent of $1,718 a month takes 40.8% 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 Savannah, GA metro area.