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In-Demand

Summary Report for:
33-2011.00 - Fire Fighters

Control and extinguish fires or respond to emergency situations where life, property, or the environment is at risk. Duties may include fire prevention, emergency medical service, hazardous material response, search and rescue, and disaster management.

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33-2011.01    Municipal Fire Fighters In-Demand
33-2011.02    Forest Fire Fighters In-Demand
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Wages & Employment  |  Additional Information

Wages & Employment Trends

National

Median wages (2008) $21.28 hourly, $44,260 annual
Employment (2008) 310,000 employees
Projected growth (2008-2018) Faster than average (14% to 19%) Faster than average (14% to 19%)
Projected need (2008-2018) 152,800 additional employees

State & National

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Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2008 wage data external site and 2008-2018 employment projections external site. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2008-2018). "Projected need" represents job openings due to growth and net replacement.

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Sources of Additional Information

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  • Firefighters external site. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition.

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