City of Baltimore / Fire Department
Agency file
The Fire Department provides fire protection and emergency response, including prevention, inspection, rescue, and medical aid.
In 2025, this agency had 1,573 employees with median total compensation of $118,399; the highest distinct record was $377,136.
What the records show
These summaries compare pay within the agency before listing individual records.
How 2025 total compensation is spread across the 1,573 employees. Each bar is a pay range; taller bars mean more people earn in that range. The amber line marks the median ($118,399) — half earn less, half more. The far-right bar collects the highest earners.
What an average paycheck here is made of — base salary versus overtime, other pay (bonuses, allowances), and benefits. A large overtime or other-pay share means take-home often exceeds base salary.
The pay ladder for this department. Someone at the 90th percentile earns $186,882 — more than 90% of the department; the 10th percentile earns $58,573. The shaded band is the middle half of employees (25th–75th percentile).
The most common job titles in this department by headcount, with the median total compensation for each. Click a title to see everyone who holds it.
Trend
How this department's total payroll, headcount, and median pay changed across the 8 published years.
| Year | Total payroll | Employees | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | $100.7M — | 1,646 — | $61,793 — |
| 2012 | $113.7M ▲ 12.9% | 1,730 ▲ 5.1% | $65,478 ▲ 6.0% |
| 2014 | $121.1M ▲ 6.6% | 1,576 ▼ 8.9% | $74,326 ▲ 13.5% |
| 2021 | $167.9M ▲ 38.6% | 1,696 ▲ 7.6% | $95,967 ▲ 29.1% |
| 2022 | $167.1M ▼ 0.5% | 1,742 ▲ 2.7% | $95,115 ▼ 0.9% |
| 2023 | $175.5M ▲ 5.0% | 1,784 ▲ 2.4% | $98,904 ▲ 4.0% |
| 2024 | $188.2M ▲ 7.2% | 1,682 ▼ 5.7% | $111,077 ▲ 12.3% |
| 2025 | $191.2M ▲ 1.6% | 1,573 ▼ 6.5% | $118,399 ▲ 6.6% |
Record list
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Fire Lieutenant Suppression/Fire Department
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James Bethea works as a Fire Lieutenant Suppression for Fire Department. Hired in 1973, they have about 41 years of service. James earned $90,329 in 2014.
911 Operator/Fire Department
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Dawntta Merchant holds the role of 911 Operator at Fire Department. Hired in 2018, they have about 7 years of service. In 2025, their total compensation was $90,316.
Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp/Fire Department
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Michael Simmons is a Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp at Fire Department. Hired in 2017, they have about 4 years of service. 2021 total compensation came to $90,306.
Fire Captain/Fire Department
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Bryant Krohn works as a Fire Captain for Fire Department. They have served since 1985 (about 27 years). Bryant earned $90,300 in 2012.
Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp/Fire Department
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Christopher Gilfillan is a Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp at Fire Department. They have served since 2014 (about 7 years). 2021 total compensation came to $90,299.
Fire Lieutenant Suppression/Fire Department
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Justin Kerr is a Fire Lieutenant Suppression at Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 2017, about 4 years. 2021 total compensation came to $90,277.
Paramedic Nrp/Fire Department
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Kayla Coughlin is a Paramedic Nrp at Fire Department. Hired in 2016, they have about 5 years of service. 2021 total compensation came to $90,273.
41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp/Fire Department
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Marcel Connor works as a 41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp for Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 2019, about 4 years. Marcel earned $90,247 in 2023.
Fire Lieutenant Suppression/Fire Department
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Scott Folderauer is a Fire Lieutenant Suppression at Fire Department. They have served since 1987 (about 27 years). 2014 total compensation came to $90,233.
Fire Prevention Inspector I,Al/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Khalilah Yancey serves as a Fire Prevention Inspector I,Al. Hired in 2005, they have about 9 years of service. Their 2014 pay totaled $90,232.
EMT Firefighter Suppression/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Earl Wilson serves as a EMT Firefighter Suppression. Their tenure dates to 2011, about 10 years. Their 2021 pay totaled $90,227.
Firefighter Paramedic Supp/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Edward Mcnair serves as a Firefighter Paramedic Supp. Their tenure dates to 2002, about 19 years. Their 2021 pay totaled $90,226.
Paramedic Emt-P/Fire Department
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Stephen Macas works as a Paramedic Emt-P for Fire Department. They have served since 1992 (about 22 years). Stephen earned $90,223 in 2014.
Fire Lieutenant, Suppression/Fire Department
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Danyelle Crystal Brown works as a Fire Lieutenant, Suppression for Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 2017, about 8 years. Danyelle earned $90,217 in 2025.
Fire Lieutenant/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Alfonso De Cicco serves as a Fire Lieutenant. They have served since 1990 (about 22 years). Their 2012 pay totaled $90,214.
Firefighter Paramedic Supp/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, James Weglein serves as a Firefighter Paramedic Supp. Hired in 2003, they have about 18 years of service. Their 2021 pay totaled $90,213.
Firefighter Paramedic Supp/Fire Department
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Kevin Wiley holds the role of Firefighter Paramedic Supp at Fire Department. Hired in 2005, they have about 16 years of service. In 2021, their total compensation was $90,173.
Paramedic Nrp/Fire Department
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Brian Giles is a Paramedic Nrp at Fire Department. Hired in 2017, they have about 4 years of service. 2021 total compensation came to $90,159.
62712 - Paramedic Nrp/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Jaida Mayo serves as a 62712 - Paramedic Nrp. Hired in 2017, they have about 5 years of service. Their 2022 pay totaled $90,152.
33352 - 911 Lead Operator/Fire Department
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Lynnette Drummond works as a 33352 - 911 Lead Operator for Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 1993, about 31 years. Lynnette earned $90,145 in 2024.
62712 - Paramedic Nrp/Fire Department
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Laura Lee works as a 62712 - Paramedic Nrp for Fire Department. They have served since 2014 (about 8 years). Laura earned $90,145 in 2022.
41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Driver, Suppression/Fire Department
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Christopher Hudson is a 41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Driver, Suppression at Fire Department. Hired in 2011, they have about 13 years of service. 2024 total compensation came to $90,104.
N/A/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Sean Brinkley serves as a N/A. They have served since 2001 (about 23 years). Their 2024 pay totaled $90,098.
EMT Firefighter, Suppression/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Sean W Smith serves as a EMT Firefighter, Suppression. They have served since 2019 (about 6 years). Their 2025 pay totaled $90,093.
41210 - Firefighter Paramedic Supp/Fire Department
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Keith Eastman holds the role of 41210 - Firefighter Paramedic Supp at Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 2017, about 6 years. In 2023, their total compensation was $90,092.
EMT Firefighter Suppression/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Kristopher Gaasch serves as a EMT Firefighter Suppression. They have served since 2007 (about 14 years). Their 2021 pay totaled $90,063.
41296 - Fire Pump Operator Suppression/Fire Department
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Bryan Winkler holds the role of 41296 - Fire Pump Operator Suppression at Fire Department. They have served since 2008 (about 16 years). In 2024, their total compensation was $90,055.
41209 - EMT Firefighter Suppression/Fire Department
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Tavon Marshall holds the role of 41209 - EMT Firefighter Suppression at Fire Department. Hired in 2020, they have about 4 years of service. In 2024, their total compensation was $90,048.
41273 - Fire Pump Operator Supp Als/Fire Department
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Raynette Givens works as a 41273 - Fire Pump Operator Supp Als for Fire Department. Hired in 2007, they have about 16 years of service. Raynette earned $90,047 in 2023.
Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp/Fire Department
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Lance Grannas is a Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp at Fire Department. They have served since 2008 (about 13 years). 2021 total compensation came to $90,043.
Fire Lieutenant Suppression/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, David Buckmaster serves as a Fire Lieutenant Suppression. Their tenure dates to 1984, about 30 years. Their 2014 pay totaled $90,037.
EMT Firefighter Suppression/Fire Department
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Jaciariea Johnson is a EMT Firefighter Suppression at Fire Department. They have served since 2016 (about 5 years). 2021 total compensation came to $90,025.
Paramedic Crt/Fire Department
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Jasmine Steede is a Paramedic Crt at Fire Department. Hired in 2009, they have about 5 years of service. 2014 total compensation came to $90,022.
Paramedic Emt-P/Fire Department
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C Coleman is a Paramedic Emt-P at Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 2001, about 13 years. 2014 total compensation came to $90,021.
41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Driver, Suppression/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Russell Phillips serves as a 41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Driver, Suppression. Hired in 2005, they have about 19 years of service. Their 2024 pay totaled $90,005.
EMT Firefighter, Suppression/Fire Department
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Kevin W Berube works as a EMT Firefighter, Suppression for Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 2011, about 14 years. Kevin earned $89,972 in 2025.
41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp/Fire Department
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Russell Phillips works as a 41297 - Fire Emergency Vehicle Drvr Supp for Fire Department. Hired in 2005, they have about 18 years of service. Russell earned $89,936 in 2023.
41210 - Firefighter Paramedic Supp/Fire Department
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David Olsen holds the role of 41210 - Firefighter Paramedic Supp at Fire Department. They have served since 2003 (about 20 years). In 2023, their total compensation was $89,927.
EMT Firefighter, Suppression/Fire Department
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At Fire Department, Franklin R Phipps serves as a EMT Firefighter, Suppression. They have served since 2019 (about 6 years). Their 2025 pay totaled $89,923.
Firefighter Paramedic Supp/Fire Department
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Tyler Tyson works as a Firefighter Paramedic Supp for Fire Department. Their tenure dates to 1999, about 22 years. Tyler earned $89,884 in 2021.