Firefighter Salary in Delaware
Based on 560+ workers in Delaware
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (DE)
$46,710
$22.46/hr
vs National Average
$57,551
-18.8% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$42K – $72K
560 employed in Delaware
Salary Distribution — Firefighter in Delaware
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $41,960 |
| 25th percentile | $45,300 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $46,710 |
| 75th percentile | $60,670 |
| 90th percentile | $72,160 |
Top-Paying Industries for Firefighter (U.S.)
Which industries pay Firefighters the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Firefighters in Delaware tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Utilities | $89,990 | 70 |
| Educational Services | $72,760 | 620 |
| Manufacturing | $71,490 | 590 |
| Transportation and Warehousing | $71,190 | 110 |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $60,050 | 323K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Firefighter in Delaware vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Delaware) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $46,710 |
| 2026 (projected) | $48,111 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Delaware Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $46,710 | $57,551 |
| 2026 (projected) | $48,111 | $59,278 |
Firefighter Salary by Experience Level in Delaware
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $45,300 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $46,710 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $60,670 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $72,160 |
Firefighter Salary in Other States
Related Firefighter Salaries in Delaware
How other high-demand occupations in Delaware compare to Firefighter ($46,710 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Firefighter | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer in DE | $92,970 | +99.0% | $44.70/hr |
| Security Guard in DE | $36,360 | -22.2% | $17.48/hr |
| Insurance Sales Agent in DE | $46,710 | +0.0% | $22.46/hr |
| Pharmacy Technician in DE | $46,430 | -0.6% | $22.32/hr |
| Real Estate Sales Agent in DE | $47,180 | +1.0% | $22.68/hr |
| Dental Assistant in DE | $47,600 | +1.9% | $22.88/hr |
| Construction Laborer in DE | $45,550 | -2.5% | $21.90/hr |
| Administrative Assistant in DE | $47,970 | +2.7% | $23.06/hr |
| Customer Service Representative in DE | $48,190 | +3.2% | $23.17/hr |
| Rehabilitation Counselor in DE | $48,840 | +4.6% | $23.48/hr |
| Medical Assistant in DE | $44,490 | -4.8% | $21.39/hr |
| Maintenance and Repair Worker in DE | $50,150 | +7.4% | $24.11/hr |