BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Firefighters in Kentucky earn between $27,870 and $60,720, with a mean of $42,100. The national average for this role is $63,589.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | $42,100 |
| National Average | $63,589 |
| California | $95,090 |
| Washington | $89,200 |
| New York | $87,150 |
| New Jersey | $85,810 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Kentucky. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.