Firefighters pay in Missouri
In Missouri, the median pay for firefighters is $23.60 an hour ($49,080 a year). About 6,580 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($59,280). Missouri ranks 31st of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for firefighters in Missouri
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.97 | $31,140 |
| 25% of workers | $17.95 | $37,340 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.60 | $49,080 |
| 75% of workers | $30.85 | $64,170 |
| 90% of workers | $38.15 | $79,360 |
Firefighters pay in Missouri metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | $68,970 | 2,680 |
| Kansas City | $60,770 | 3,000 |
| Jefferson City | $47,030 | 140 |
| Springfield | $44,990 | 370 |
| Joplin | $38,850 | 150 |
| St. Joseph | $38,220 | 130 |
Missouri unemployment rate: 3.5% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for firefighters
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: None (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Long-term on-the-job training (BLS)
- Job outlook: +3.7% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 26,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Missouri
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Paramedics | $59,180 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $29,260 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $42,160 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $83,090 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $75,970 |
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