BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Firefighters in West Virginia earn between $29,020 and $51,390, with a mean of $40,100. The national average for this role is $63,589.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| West Virginia | $40,100 |
| 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. West Virginia. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.