Firefighter Salary in California
Explore firefighter salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$77,261
Monthly: $6,438
Biweekly: $2,972
Entry Level
$46,623
Monthly: $3,885
Biweekly: $1,793
Senior Level
$109,231
Monthly: $9,103
Biweekly: $4,201
Job Growth
11%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $46,623 | $77,261 | $109,231 |
| Monthly | $3,885 | $6,438 | $9,103 |
| Biweekly | $1,793 | $2,972 | $4,201 |
| Weekly | $897 | $1,486 | $2,101 |
| Hourly | $22 | $37 | $53 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$60,360
CA Median
$77,261
Difference
+$16,901
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Respond to fires and emergencies to protect lives and property.
Education
High school diploma; firefighter training and certification required
Key Skills
Emergency ResponsePhysical FitnessTeamworkFire Safety
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