SOC 33-2011 · Massachusetts · BLS OEWS May 2024
The median salary for Firefighters in Massachusetts is $70,840 per year ($34.06/hr). This is 19% higher than the national median of $59,530. The middle 50% earn between $52,573 and $92,127 annually. Top earners at the 90th percentile reach $120,592.
| Percentile | Hourly Rate | Annual Salary | vs National |
|---|---|---|---|
| P10 | $19.73 | $41,039 | +19.0% |
| P25 | $25.28 | $52,573 | +19.0% |
| P50MEDIAN | $34.06 | $70,840 | +19.0% |
| P75 | $44.29 | $92,127 | +19.0% |
| P90 | $57.98 | $120,592 | +19.0% |
The overall labor market contracted slightly in February: 5.0M separations vs 4.8M hires. Hiring rate hit 3.1%, the lowest since April 2020. The "Great Stay" persists with quits at 1.9% for 8 consecutive months.
The median (P50) annual salary for Firefighters in Massachusetts is approximately $70,840, based on BLS OEWS May 2024 data adjusted for regional cost factors. This is 19% higher than the national median of $59,530.
Entry-level Firefighters (10th percentile) in Massachusetts earn approximately $41,039 per year. The 25th percentile is $52,573. Top earners (90th percentile) reach $120,592.
Massachusetts pays 19% higher than the national average. The national P50 is $59,530 vs $70,840 in Massachusetts. Based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost factors.
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