For this reason, it is popularly called the flesh-eating disease and although rare, it became well-known to the public in the 1990s. Even with top-notch care today, the prognosis can be bleak, with a mortality rate of around 25% and severe disfigurement common in survivors.
Nationally, while the average firefighter will earn in the mid-$40,000âs, a lieutenant will earn about $55,000 annually, a captain about $60,000 and a fire chief approximately $70,000. Firefighters frequently earn overtime wages, training or education reimbursements, paid vacation time, and sick leave.
How much does a Firefighter make? The national average salary for a Firefighter is $52,103 in United States. Filter by location to see Firefighter salaries in your area. Salary estimates are based on salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Firefighter employees. Salaries for Related Job Titles