Firefighters pay in Utah
In Utah, the median pay for firefighters is $23.23 an hour ($48,310 a year). About 2,870 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($59,280). Utah ranks 32nd of 50 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for firefighters in Utah
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.30 | $27,660 |
| 25% of workers | $18.07 | $37,590 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.23 | $48,310 |
| 75% of workers | $29.27 | $60,880 |
| 90% of workers | $38.61 | $80,320 |
Firefighters pay in Utah metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City-Murray | $59,150 | 1,000 |
| Ogden | $49,490 | 640 |
| Logan | $44,440 | 80 |
| St. George | $44,140 | 190 |
| Provo-Orem-Lehi | $37,110 | 460 |
Utah 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 Utah
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $28,720 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $38,930 |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists | $90,200 |
| Paramedics | $65,420 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $100,380 |
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