Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Colorado | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $74,170 | $62,011 | +20% |
| Median hourly wage | $35.66 | $29.81 | +20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $71,940.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Colorado is $74,170, or about $35.66 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Colorado is +20% above the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Colorado typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 6,510 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $74,170, Colorado offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.