salary$45,710 a year$22 an hour · median pay in the Wichita Falls, TX area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$36,690per year
Top pay (top 10%)$61,610per year
Jobs in the area170people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Wichita Falls?
Expensive. Rent of $1,250 a month takes 32.8% 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 Wichita Falls, TX?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Wichita Falls, TX area is $45,710 a year ($22 an hour). Most earn between $36,690 and $61,610.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Wichita Falls?
Typical rent of $1,250 a month takes 32.8% 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 Wichita Falls, TX metro area.