Firefighters pay in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro
In Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR), the median pay for firefighters is $40.95 an hour ($85,170 a year). About 1,730 people work in this job there.
That is 44% higher than the U.S. median ($59,280). It is 20% higher than the Oregon median ($70,900).
Pay range for firefighters in Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $28.00 | $58,250 |
| 25% of workers | $35.91 | $74,690 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.95 | $85,170 |
| 75% of workers | $50.03 | $104,070 |
| 90% of workers | $53.16 | $110,570 |
Firefighters pay in Oregon metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (this page) | $85,170 | 1,730 |
| Corvallis | $82,700 | 60 |
| Eugene-Springfield | $72,280 | 300 |
| Salem | $64,900 | 330 |
| Medford | $63,130 | 150 |
| Bend | $62,140 | 250 |
| Albany | $61,060 | 100 |
| Grants Pass | $45,180 | 50 |
Oregon unemployment rate: 5.1% (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 Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (OR)
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $36,350 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $97,410 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $52,010 |
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