Firefighters
Control and put out fires and respond to emergency situations.
Quick Facts
Wages: |
Below the statewide median $19.87 / hour Read more about wages |
Outlook: |
Above statewide average
Growth rate: 8.5% Read more about outlook |
Education: |
High School or less is typically required. |
On the Job: |
Typical Work Tasks
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Job Title Examples: |
Fire Chief Firefighter/EMT (Firefighter/Emergency Medical Technician) Firefighter/Paramedic See more job title examples |
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Wages & Outlook
Typical Wages
Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.
This career pays below the statewide median wage.
Wages for Firefighters *
U S |
$18.79 | $25.97 | $35.55 |
|---|---|---|---|
Minnesota |
$14.77 | $19.87 | $29.69 |
Central Minnesota |
$14.11 | $15.62 | $23.97 |
Northeast Minnesota |
$13.51 | $22.27 | $23.88 |
Northwest Minnesota |
$12.79 | $16.59 | $25.29 |
Southeast Minnesota |
$14.34 | $18.93 | $29.5 |
Southwest Minnesota |
$14.08 | $18.67 | $19.08 |
Seven County Mpls-St Paul, MN |
$15.06 | $24.47 | $31.95 |
* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.
Employment
In Minnesota, there are 4440 workers employed in this medium-sized career.
Where do Firefighters most often work?
Current Demand
This career is currently in high demand.
Future Demand
This career is seeing high growth compared to other careers.
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