salary$35,580 a year$17 an hour · median pay in the Wilmington, NC area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$29,010per year
Top pay (top 10%)$51,000per year
Jobs in the area780people work this job
Can a firefighter afford Wilmington?
Expensive. Rent of $1,730 a month takes 58.3% 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 Wilmington, NC?
The median pay for a firefighter in the Wilmington, NC area is $35,580 a year ($17 an hour). Most earn between $29,010 and $51,000.
Can a firefighter afford to live in Wilmington?
Typical rent of $1,730 a month takes 58.3% 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 Wilmington, NC metro area.