salary$41,900 a year$20 an hour · median pay in the Wichita, KS area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$37,260per year
Top pay (top 10%)$49,650per year
Jobs in the area790people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Wichita?
Expensive. Rent of $1,162 a month takes 33.3% 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, KS?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Wichita, KS area is $41,900 a year ($20 an hour). Most earn between $37,260 and $49,650.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Wichita?
Typical rent of $1,162 a month takes 33.3% 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, KS metro area.