Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Connecticut | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $77,630 | $62,011 | +25% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.32 | $29.81 | +25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $74,932.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Connecticut is $77,630, or about $37.32 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Connecticut is +25% above the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Connecticut typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,970 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $77,630, Connecticut offers above-average pay compared to the rest of the country.