salary$95,950 a year$46 an hour · median pay in the Vallejo, CA area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,160per year
Top pay (top 10%)$134,370per year
Jobs in the area330people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Vallejo?
Expensive. Rent of $2,492 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 Vallejo, CA?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Vallejo, CA area is $95,950 a year ($46 an hour). Most earn between $46,160 and $134,370.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Vallejo?
Typical rent of $2,492 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 Vallejo, CA metro area.