The average firefighter salary in Georgia is $59,000. This means that firefighters in Georgia make an average of around $28 per hour, which is higher than the national average by about $6. This means that if you are considering a career as a firefighter, you will have to work at least 2 years before you can expect to make as much money as is required to support yourself and your family on your own.

If you are thinking about becoming a firefighter, it is important to understand that there are many different types of work available for firefighters. The most common type of work for firefighters is firefighting itself. However, there are also other types of jobs available for firefighters such as:

Fire inspector

Fire investigator

Fire prevention educator

Firefighter Salary In Ga

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The average salary for a firefighter is $41,441 per year in Georgia. 52 salaries reported, updated at June 22, 2022.

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Top companies for Firefighters in Georgia

1. FDNY4.290 reviews5 salaries reported$100,445per year
2. NORA, Nationwide Organ Recovery Transport Alliance4.588 reviews23 salaries reported$83,830per year
3. Reno-Tahoe Airport Authority3.414 reviews11 salaries reported$80,746per year
4. City of Wyoming3.817 reviews7 salaries reported$77,214per year
5. Securitas3.223477 reviews14 salaries reported$76,521per year
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Highest paying cities for Firefighters in Georgia

1. Fort Stewart, GA$52,602 per year10 salaries reported
2. Atlanta, GA$50,066 per year5 salaries reported
3. Winder, GA$46,977 per year5 salaries reported

1. Statesboro, GA$41,088 per year5 salaries reported
2. Jonesboro, GA$40,662 per year5 salaries reported
3. Hinesville, GA$39,917 per year5 salaries reported

1. Albany, GA$39,701 per year8 salaries reported
2. Ringgold, GA$39,672 per year8 salaries reported
3. Griffin, GA$39,120 per year6 salaries reported

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