Firefighter Salary in Memphis, TN
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS Survey
Median Annual Salary
$49,809
Hourly Rate
$23.95
/hour
Jobs in Area
267
employed
Firefighter Salary Range in Memphis, TN
Annual Salary Range
$32k
10th percentile
$40k
25th
$59k
75th
$70k
90th percentile
Salary Breakdown by Percentile
| Percentile | Annual Salary | Hourly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| 10th Percentile (Entry Level) | $32,215 | $15.49 |
| 25th Percentile | $40,411 | $19.43 |
| Median (50th Percentile) | $49,809 | $23.95 |
| 75th Percentile | $58,634 | $28.19 |
| 90th Percentile (Top Earners) | $69,612 | $33.47 |
| Average (Mean) | $53,957 | $25.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions
The average Firefighter salary in Memphis, TN is $49,809 per year or $23.95 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 Memphis Metropolitan Statistical Area.
Last updated: 1/14/2026
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How Memphis, TN Compares
vs National Average
$57,120
vs Tennessee Average
$57,208
Cost-of-Living Adjusted
$56,730
Cost of living in Memphis, TN is 12.2% below the national average.
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