salary$43,740 a year$21 an hour · median pay in the Tyler, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$39,270per year
Top pay (top 10%)$78,350per year
Jobs in the area290people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Tyler?
Expensive. Rent of $1,389 a month takes 38.1% 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 Tyler, TX?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Tyler, TX area is $43,740 a year ($21 an hour). Most earn between $39,270 and $78,350.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Tyler?
Typical rent of $1,389 a month takes 38.1% 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 Tyler, TX metro area.