Arizona Median
$96,470
per year
Hourly Rate
$46.38
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
+3% vs US median
US median $93,530
State Rank
#16 of 50
2,670 employed here
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers make in Arizona?
First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers working in Arizona earn a median salary of $96,470 per year, or about $46.38 per hour. That is 3% above the national median of $93,530 for this occupation.
Within Arizona, entry-level pay starts around $61,540 while the top 10% make $119,620 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $73,320 and $103,400 a year.
First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers salary range in Arizona
| Pay level | Annual salary | Hourly rate | |
|---|
| 10th percentile (entry level) | $61,540 | $29.59 |
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| 25th percentile (early career) | $73,320 | $35.25 |
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| 50th percentile (median) | $96,470 | $46.38 |
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| 75th percentile (experienced) | $103,400 | $49.71 |
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| 90th percentile (top earners) | $119,620 | $57.51 |
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How Arizona compares
Arizona ranks 16th out of 50 states and territories for First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers pay. The top 5 best-paying states:
First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers salary in other states
New Jersey $133,210New York $132,520Washington $129,350California $127,630District of Columbia $126,560Illinois $123,500Maryland $120,530Colorado $102,580Pennsylvania $101,050Utah $100,380Oregon $100,260Florida $98,560Connecticut $98,500Virginia $97,780Massachusetts $96,600Nevada $93,920New Hampshire $93,720Alaska $92,760Idaho $92,630Indiana $88,310Oklahoma $85,310Rhode Island $85,170Ohio $84,490Wisconsin $83,310Vermont $83,250North Dakota $82,880Montana $82,820Texas $81,710Nebraska $80,810Wyoming $80,260Kansas $78,880Minnesota $78,800Tennessee $77,920Michigan $77,550Iowa $76,010Missouri $75,970Maine $74,790Delaware $74,670Alabama $73,320South Dakota $72,420Georgia $67,200South Carolina $65,160Arkansas $61,890Kentucky $60,850Louisiana $59,750North Carolina $59,560New Mexico $58,430West Virginia $55,380Mississippi $48,250
Working as First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers in Arizona
Nationally, about 99,000 people work as First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.
Considering a move? Compare Arizona pay ($96,470) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.
Frequently asked questions
How much do First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers make in Arizona?
The median First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers salary in Arizona is $96,470 per year, or about $46.38 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $61,540 at the entry level to $119,620 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Arizona pay compare to the national average?
Arizona pays First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers about 3% more than the national median of $93,530. Arizona ranks 16th out of 50 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Arizona a good state for First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers?
Yes on pay — Arizona pays above the national median for this occupation, at $96,470 a year. About 2,670 First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers are employed in Arizona. Weigh that against local housing and living costs before moving.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Arizona?
The highest-paying occupations in Arizona include Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($558,970), Radiologist ($470,640), Surgeon, All Other ($415,980), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.