salary$44,990 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Springfield, MO area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$31,670per year
Top pay (top 10%)$56,490per year
Jobs in the area370people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Springfield?
Expensive. Rent of $1,169 a month takes 31.2% 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 Springfield, MO?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Springfield, MO area is $44,990 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $31,670 and $56,490.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Springfield?
Typical rent of $1,169 a month takes 31.2% 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 Springfield, MO metro area.