Firefighter Apprenticeship in District of Columbia
District of Columbia Wage Spread
Annual wages for Firefighters in District of Columbia across all experience levels.
Firefighter Apprenticeship in District of Columbia
The $79,430 median wage for Firefighters in District of Columbia significantly exceeds the $48,060 national average across all occupations — a 65% premium that underscores the financial case for this trade.
Compared to the $59,530 national median for Firefighters, District of Columbia pays 33% more. The state ranks among the top-paying markets for this trade nationally.
The employment outlook is solid if unspectacular: 3.4% growth projected through 2034 for Firefighters. What matters more than the growth rate is the 27,100 annual openings — mostly from retirements — that keep demand steady.
District of Columbia's 1,430 Firefighters represent just 0.4% of the national workforce. A thinner market means fewer apprenticeship sponsors and potentially longer waits for program openings.
The Firefighter apprenticeship uses a hybrid structure — part time-based, part competency-driven — spanning roughly 2 years. You can accelerate through sections where you demonstrate proficiency, particularly in emergency protocols, physical fitness standards, and certification exams.
Program availability in District of Columbia is moderate: 145 registered sponsors across the state. Apprenticeship applicants in major cities will find multiple options; those in smaller markets may need to commute or relocate within the state.
From $61,050 at the 10th percentile to $99,760 at the 90th, Firefighter wages in District of Columbia are fairly compressed. Flat wage structures are common in heavily unionized trades where pay scales are negotiated collectively.
Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors in District of Columbia
145 registered apprenticeship sponsors in District of Columbia. Contact directly for program availability and application details.
| Organization | City | County |
|---|---|---|
| A Little More Support | Washington | — |
| AMC Industries, Inc. | Washington | — |
| AMERICAN HOTEL AND LODGING ASSOC. | Washington | — |
| Admiral Construction, LLC | Washington | — |
| Agave Lounge | Washington | — |
| Alcoa & Concrete & Masonry of DC LLC | Washington | — |
| Aleman Construction LLC | Washington | — |
| American Hotel & Lodging Association | Washington | District Of Columbia |
| American Job Center (Headquarters) | Washington | — |
| American Job Center Northeast | Washington | — |
| American Medical Response Mid-Atlantic, Inc | Washington | — |
| AppleTree Early Learning Public Charter School | Washington | — |
| Aquil Mechanical Works, LLC | Washington | — |
| Arctic Innovation System, LLC | Washington | — |
| BALTIMORE CEMENT MASONS JAC | Washington | — |
| Blueridge of DC, Inc | Washington | — |
| Bridges PCS | Washington | — |
| Build Within (Illinois) | Washington | District Of Columbia |
| BuildWithin | Washington | — |
| BuildWithin, Inc | Washington | — |
| Building Hope | Washington | — |
| CAP Innovation Design | Washington | — |
| CVS Health | Washington | District Of Columbia |
| Capital Carpets, Inc | Washington | — |
| Capital City PCS | Washington | — |
| + 5 more sponsors in District of Columbia | ||