Public Service Albuquerque, NM Pop. 564,559

Firefighter Salary in Albuquerque, New Mexico

The median firefighter salary in Albuquerque, NM is $49,096 per year, which is 5% below the national median and 2.2% above the New Mexico state average.

City Median
$49,096
vs State Avg
+$1,034
vs National
$-2,584
Cost of Living
95%

Firefighter Salary in Albuquerque by Experience

In Albuquerque, an entry-level firefighter earns around $30,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 95% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$30,400
$-1,600 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,400
$-2,600 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$77,900
$-4,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Albuquerque, NM

Percentile Albuquerque
10th Percentile $28,120
25th Percentile $36,670
Median (50th) $49,096
75th Percentile $67,640
90th Percentile $88,160

Firefighter Salary in Other New Mexico Cities

Santa Fe, NM
$56,848
Pop. 87,505
Rio Rancho, NM
$47,546
Pop. 104,046
Las Cruces, NM
$45,478
Pop. 111,385
Roswell, NM
$42,378
Pop. 48,422

How to Become a Firefighter in Albuquerque

Education

Most firefighter positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Albuquerque and the surrounding New Mexico area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

FirefightingEmergency MedicalHazmatPhysical FitnessTeamworkEquipment Operation

Job Outlook

Nationally, firefighter employment is projected to grow 4% over the next decade (as fast as average). Demand in Albuquerque may vary based on local industry and population growth.