Firefighter Salary in Kansas City, MO
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$53,774
Hourly Rate
$25.85
/hour
Jobs in Area
267
employed
Firefighter Salary Range in Kansas City, MO
Annual Salary Range
$35k
10th percentile
$44k
25th
$64k
75th
$78k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $34,598 | $16.63 |
| 25th Percentile | $43,891 | $21.10 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $53,774 | $25.85 |
| 75th Percentile | $63,637 | $30.59 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $78,309 | $37.65 |
| Average (Mean) | $57,898 | $27.84 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Firefighter salary in Kansas City, MO is $53,774 per year or $25.85 per hour as of 2023. This is based on data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics survey.
About This Data
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey for 2023. The geographic area covered is the Kansas City Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Kansas City, MO Compares
vs National Average
$57,120
vs Missouri Average
$56,024
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$57,759
Cost of living in Kansas City, MO is 6.9% below the national average.
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