Public Service Dallas, TX Pop. 1,304,379

Firefighter Salary in Dallas, Texas

The median firefighter salary in Dallas, TX is $51,680 per year, which is 0.0% above the national median and 8.7% above the Texas state average.

City Median
$51,680
vs State Avg
+$4,134
vs National
+$0
Cost of Living
100%

Firefighter Salary in Dallas by Experience

In Dallas, an entry-level firefighter earns around $32,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $82,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 100% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$32,000
+$0 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$52,000
+$0 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$82,000
+$0 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dallas, TX

Percentile Dallas
10th Percentile $29,600
25th Percentile $38,600
Median (50th) $51,680
75th Percentile $71,200
90th Percentile $92,800

Firefighter Salary in Other Texas Cities

Austin, TX
$54,264
Pop. 978,908
Houston, TX
$49,613
Pop. 2,304,580
Fort Worth, TX
$47,546
Pop. 918,915
San Antonio, TX
$45,478
Pop. 1,434,625

How to Become a Firefighter in Dallas

Education

Most firefighter positions require a postsecondary nondegree award. Dallas and the surrounding Texas 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 Dallas may vary based on local industry and population growth.