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Fire Protection Officer

Average Fire Protection Officer Salary

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$68,061
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$44k
MEDIAN
$68k
90%
$103k

The average salary for a Fire Protection Officer is $68,061 in 2025

Base Salary
$44k - $103k
Bonus
$495 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$73 - $15k
Total Pay
$33k - $98k
Based on 1,163 salary profiles (last updated May 04 2022)
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4 out of 5
(254)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Fire Protection Officer

Medical
78%
Dental
68%
Vision
61%
None
21%

Gender Breakdown for Fire Protection Officers

Male
72.9%
Female
26.8%
Prefer to self-define
0.3%
This data is based on 645 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Fire Protection Officers

What is the highest pay for Fire Protection Officers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Fire Protection Officer is $103k / year

What is the lowest pay for Fire Protection Officers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Fire Protection Officer is $44k / year

How can Fire Protection Officers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Fire Protection Officer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Fire Protection Officer that oversees more junior Fire Protection Officers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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