Firefighters work on a 21-day, 168-hour pay schedule. They receive two different types of paychecks. One type of paycheck is received bi-weekly and is intended to cover 106 hours. The second type of paycheck is paid every three weeks, at the end of the firefighter's 168-hour pay period.

Are firefighters paid monthly?

A Firefighter in your area makes on average $3,789 per month, or $88 (2%) more than the national average monthly salary of $3,702.

Do firemen make good money?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average firefighter makes about $50,850 annually or $24.45 per hour. ... For instance, Los Angeles is one of the top ten cities for the highest-paid firefighters. A rookie salary starts around $63,216 and a top earner makes around $92,400.