salary$81,680 a year$39 an hour · median pay in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$63,900per year
Top pay (top 10%)$86,150per year
Jobs in the area840people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Stamford?
Expensive. Rent of $2,890 a month takes 42.5% 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 Stamford, CT?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT area is $81,680 a year ($39 an hour). Most earn between $63,900 and $86,150.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Stamford?
Typical rent of $2,890 a month takes 42.5% 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 Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT metro area.