Firefighter Salary in Wyoming
Based on 680+ workers in Wyoming
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (WY)
$58,090
$27.93/hr
vs National Average
$57,551
+0.9% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$40K – $79K
680 employed in Wyoming
Salary Distribution — Firefighter in Wyoming
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $39,550 |
| 25th percentile | $43,600 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $58,090 |
| 75th percentile | $64,940 |
| 90th percentile | $78,760 |
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 Wyoming 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 Wyoming vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Wyoming) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,090 |
| 2026 (projected) | $59,833 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Wyoming Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,090 | $57,551 |
| 2026 (projected) | $59,833 | $59,278 |
Firefighter Salary by Experience Level in Wyoming
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $43,600 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $58,090 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $64,940 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $78,760 |
Firefighter Salary in Other States
Related Firefighter Salaries in Wyoming
How other high-demand occupations in Wyoming compare to Firefighter ($58,090 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Firefighter | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer in WY | $66,140 | +13.9% | $31.80/hr |
| Security Guard in WY | $39,200 | -32.5% | $18.85/hr |
| Social Worker in WY | $59,310 | +2.1% | $28.51/hr |
| Property and Real Estate Manager in WY | $60,060 | +3.4% | $28.88/hr |
| Truck Driver in WY | $60,310 | +3.8% | $29.00/hr |
| Producer and Director in WY | $60,420 | +4.0% | $29.05/hr |
| Market Research Analyst in WY | $60,990 | +5.0% | $29.32/hr |
| Kindergarten Teacher in WY | $60,990 | +5.0% | $29.32/hr |
| Elementary School Teacher in WY | $61,150 | +5.3% | $29.40/hr |
| Computer Network Support Specialist in WY | $61,780 | +6.4% | $29.70/hr |
| Credit Analyst in WY | $62,210 | +7.1% | $29.91/hr |
| Plumber in WY | $62,410 | +7.4% | $30.00/hr |